overlap
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈlæp/
动词
1.
重叠, 交叉
to extend over so as to cover partly
示例:
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The roof tiles overlap to prevent water from leaking in.
屋顶瓦片重叠以防止漏水。
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Make sure the edges of the fabric overlap slightly when sewing.
缝纫时确保布料边缘略微重叠。
2.
重叠, 有共同点
to have an element in common with (something else)
示例:
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Our responsibilities overlap in several areas.
我们的职责在几个方面重叠。
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The two events overlap, so I can't attend both.
这两个活动重叠，所以我不能同时参加。
名词
重叠, 交叉
a part or an amount that overlaps
示例:
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There was a slight overlap in the schedule.
时间表上有一点重叠。
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The two departments have a significant overlap in their functions.
这两个部门的职能有很大的重叠。