Definition of overlay - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
layeringadd a new layer or quality to something
- She overlaid the music with her own voice.
2.
artRare apply a decoration to a surfaceRare
- The artist overlaid the canvas with gold leaf.
Noun
1.
top layercovering over something else
- The table had an overlay to protect its surface.
2.
InternetTECH. US pop-up covering a display partTECH. US
- An overlay appeared on the website screen.
3.
photographyTECH. image placed over anotherTECH.
- The photographer used an overlay to enhance the picture.
4.
mappingTECH. transparent sheet for maps or diagramsTECH.
- The map had an overlay showing the new routes.
5.
constructionTECH. protective layer in constructionTECH.
- The builders added an overlay for extra strength.
Images of overlay
covering over something else 
transparent sheet for maps or diagrams 
protective layer in construction
Expressions with overlay
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virtual communication structure built on top of an existing physical network
The company deployed an overlay network to improve video streaming performance.
map showing planned fire positions and strategies
The commander reviewed the fire plan overlay before the operation.
Origin of overlay
Old English, ofer (over) + lecgan (to lay)
Terms with overlay included in their meaning
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stacking
stack upwards in layers or overlay repeatedly
software
small overlay on an icon showing information
digital overlay
wearable gadget that enhances real-world views with computer-generated images
digital overlay
environment where digital images appear over the real world
gaming
screen overlay providing real-time data in games
art
decorative inlay or overlay on a surface
image processing
mask to overlay another image
internet
pop-up overlay on a web page
internet
related to a pop-up overlay on a webpage
web design
display content in an overlay on a webpage
photography art
positive image on clear material, often used for projection or overlay
decoration
decorative coating applied as an inlay or overlay
television
graphic overlay in the lower screen area
sewing overlay
embroidery stitch made over another
text overlay
printing over an existing character
astronomy
celestial chart with adjustable overlay
overlay printing
add new text to already printed paper
Examples of overlay in a sentence
Architects overlaid glass panels onto the concrete facade. He overlaid the sculpture with silver. They overlaid the book cover with intricate designs. The dress had a lace overlay for added elegance. The map showed an overlay of the new city plan. The overlay blocked the main content.
Users complained about the intrusive overlay. She added an overlay to the digital artwork. The map had an overlay showing the new roads. The architect used an overlay for the blueprint. An overlay highlighted the flood-prone areas on the map. An overlay was applied to protect the surface. The overlay prevented water damage to the structure.
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- French:superposer, revêtement, ...
- German:überlagern, Abdeckung, ...
- Italian:sovrapporre, copertura, ...
- Spanish:superponer, superposición, ...
- Portuguese:sobrepor, cobertura, ...
- Chinese:叠加, 覆盖物, ...
- Japanese:重ねる, オーバーレイ, ...
- Arabic:أَضَافَ, غطاء, ...
- Hebrew:לְהוֹסִיף שִׁכְבָה עַל, כִּסּוּי, ...
- Russian:наложить, накладка, ...
- Ukrainian:накладати, покриття, ...
- Hindi:ऊपर से जोड़ना, आवरण, ...
Definition of overlie - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
positioningtr./intr. Rare lie on top of something elsetr./intr. Rare
- The blanket will overlie the sheets on the bed..
2.
suffocationtr. Dated suffocate by lying upontr. Dated
- The heavy quilt can overlie and suffocate a baby.
Origin of overlie
Old English, ofer (over) + licgan (to lie)
Examples of overlie in a sentence
A thick fog began to overlie the valley. Be cautious not to overlie the pet while sleeping. The danger is that the pillow might overlie the infant.
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- French:recouvrir, étouffer, ...
- German:auf etwas liegen, erdrücken, ...
- Italian:coprire, soffocare, ...
- Spanish:cubrir, sofocar, ...
- Portuguese:sobrepor, sufocar, ...
- Chinese:覆盖, 压住, ...
- Japanese:覆う, 覆いかぶさる, ...
- Arabic:غَطَّى, خَنَقَ, ...
- Hebrew:לְהִתְמוֹטֵט, לַחֲנוֹק, ...
- Russian:накрывать, задушить, ...
- Ukrainian:лежати на, задушувати, ...
- Hindi:ऊपर लेटना, दम घोंटना, ...
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