Overlie

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈlaɪ/
verb

To be on top of or cover something.

A layer of snow overlies the icy road.
Visual representation of "overlie" - To be on top of or cover something

Often appears as...

  • overlie the surface
  • overlie the area
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Visual representation of "overlie"
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Visual Imagery

Think visually, picturing one thing resting directly on top of another.

Illustration for Visual Imagery
A quilt overlies the child's bed, adding warmth and comfort.
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Not Always Literal

It can be used metaphorically to describe one thing overshadowing another.

Illustration for Not Always Literal
Her cheerfulness overlies a deep sadness within.
Visual representation of the word "Overlie"

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