Engelsk

overlap

gb/ˈoʊvɚlˌæp/ us/ˈoʊvɚlˌæp/
B2 Engelsk
~ 6200
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Udsagnsord B2 action
1

share part of same area or time

to be partly the same in area, time, or topic as something else, so that one part is shared

Brugsmønster: [something] overlaps (with) [something]
Typisk fejl:
Learners sometimes say "overlap each other" (e.g., "Their jobs overlap each other"). In most cases, simply say "their jobs overlap" or "their jobs overlap with each other". Another common error is using "cross" or "mix" instead of "overlap" when talking about shared time or topics.
Synonymer
intersect (Often used for lines, sets, or more technical contexts; slightly more formal than "overlap".)
Antonymer
separate (Emphasizes that things are kept apart in space, time, or subject, with no shared part.)
Ordforbindelser
overlap with |overlap in time |overlap significantly |overlap partially |duties overlap |overlapping roles
Temaer
daily life |work |academia |space |time |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • Our work hours overlap, so we usually take lunch together.
  • The two courses overlap in content, so you do not need to take both.
  • Some of their responsibilities overlap with mine, which can cause confusion.
  • Summer holidays often overlap with the peak tourist season.
  • On the map, the two regions overlap in the central valley.
Læringseksempler
  • My English class overlaps with my job, so I cannot go.
  • Some of these ideas overlap with what we talked about yesterday.
  • Their meetings overlap, so he can only attend one.
  • The two images overlap on the screen.
  • Parts of the two projects overlap in a good way.
Navneord B2 relation
2

shared part between two things

the shared part between two or more things in area, time, or topic

Brugsmønster: an overlap between [something] and [something]
Typisk fejl:
Learners sometimes treat "overlap" only as an uncountable noun and avoid using "an overlap" (e.g., "There is overlap" instead of the more natural "There is some overlap" or "There is a big overlap"). Both countable and uncountable uses are common.
Synonymer
intersection (More formal and often used in technical, mathematical, or academic contexts to describe the shared part.)
Antonymer
gap (Refers to the space or difference where there is no shared part between things.)
Ordforbindelser
significant overlap |considerable overlap |a lot of overlap |overlap between |areas of overlap |overlap in responsibilities
Temaer
work |academia |planning |space |time |core_vocabulary
Eksempler
  • There is a lot of overlap between the two job descriptions.
  • The overlap between the two committees sometimes creates confusion.
  • We tried to reduce the overlap in topics covered by the textbooks.
  • The study found a clear overlap between stress and sleep problems.
  • We need some overlap between shifts to allow for handover.
Læringseksempler
  • There is some overlap between the two courses.
  • I see a big overlap in their skills.
  • We want less overlap in our work.
  • The overlap between the shows is only ten minutes.
  • This chart shows the overlap between the two groups.
Navneord technical C1 entity
3

part of material covering another part

the piece of material that lies over and covers part of another piece, for example in clothes or on a roof

Brugsmønster: an overlap of [material]
Synonymer
lap joint (A more specific technical term used especially in engineering and carpentry for a particular way of overlapping materials.)
Antonymer
butt joint (Describes a joint where two pieces touch end-to-end or edge-to-edge without overlapping.)
Ordforbindelser
tile overlap |roof overlap |overlap joint |paper overlap |sufficient overlap
Temaer
construction |engineering |design |housing |clothing |work
Eksempler
  • Make sure there is enough overlap between the roof tiles to keep water out.
  • The fabric skirt has a front overlap that closes with buttons.
  • Insufficient overlap in the metal sheets caused the roof to leak.
  • The drawing shows the minimum overlap required for a safe joint.
  • They increased the overlap of the panels for extra strength.
Læringseksempler
  • The roof tiles have a large overlap.
  • There is a small overlap between the two metal plates.
  • We need more overlap so the rain cannot get in.
  • The door has an overlap to stop the wind.
  • Please check the overlap of the wooden boards.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
overlap
IPA
GB/ˈoʊvɚlˌæp/
US/ˈoʊvɚlˌæp/
Stavelser og tryk
over - lap (2 stavelser)
Stress on 1st syllable (over)
Ordformer
Noun
  • Base: overlap
  • Plural: overlap, overlaps
Verb
  • Base: overlap
  • 3rd Person Singular: overlaps
  • Present Participle: overlapping
  • Past: overlapped
Ordfamilie
Forms
overlaps noun overlapping verb overlapped verb
Negative and opposite forms
non-overlapping adjective
Vigtige punkter
  • Irregular present participle: overlapping Verb
  • Irregular past: overlapped Verb
Udtryk

overlap with

1
/ˈoʊvɚlˌæp wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase

share part with something else

to be partly the same as something else in area, time, or topic

Eksempler
  • My shift overlaps with hers, so we can discuss the handover.
  • These two reports overlap with each other in several sections.
  • The conference dates overlap with my vacation plans.

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