overlaid

Meanings

• Verb

  To place or lay something over another, often in a figurative sense.

  - "He overlaid the map with a transparent layer showing the current road conditions."
  - "The artist overlaid the old painting with a new layer, creating a unique blend of styles."

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Variants

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overlaid , overlay , overlaying , overlays

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Etymology

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The word 'overlaid' comes from the Old English 'oferlēogan', which means 'to lie or place over'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'overlaid' is often used in the field of geology to describe the way in which different rock layers are stacked on top of each other.

2. In the world of technology, 'overlaid' networks refer to networks in which multiple communication channels are used simultaneously.

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Related Concepts

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1. Overlay: An additional layer or covering placed on top of an existing surface.

2. Superimpose: To place or layer one thing on top of another, often used in the context of images or data.

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Culture

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In literature, 'overlaid' is often used metaphorically to describe complex layers of meaning or symbolism in a work.

How to Memorize "overlaid"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize 'overlaid', imagine placing one thing on top of another, or covering one thing with another.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'overlaid' with the image of a map with a transparent layer on top, or a painting with a new layer added.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To remember 'overlaid', use the mnemonic 'On Top Lies Another'.

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