1. areas where two or more things extend over each other or have elements in common
Usage: plural of overlap

1. to extend over and cover part of something else
Usage: third person singular present tense of overlap
2. to have something in common with; to share characteristics or elements
Usage: third person singular present tense of overlap

Examples

• The roof overlaps the wall by several inches.
• Her work schedule overlaps with mine on Tuesdays.
• The two circles overlaps in the middle of the diagram.
• There are several overlaps between the two research studies.
• The overlaps in their expertise made them perfect collaborators.
• The teacher identified overlaps in the curriculum between subjects.
• The fabric overlaps at the seam to prevent fraying.