overlie

overlie

verb

Definition of OVERLIE

1

to lie over parts of one another <the puzzle pieces overlay one another in complete disarray on the floor>

Synonyms lap, overlay, overlie, overspread

Related Words shingle

2

to form a layer over <there will be freezing rain tonight, so we can expect to find a thick layer of ice overlying the car windshield in the morning>

Synonyms blanket, carpet, coat, overlay, overlie, overspread, sheet

Related Words enclose (also inclose), enrobe, enshroud, enswathe, envelop, enwrap, mantle, shawl, shroud, swathe, wrap; cloak, clothe, curtain, veil; circle, encircle, encompass