Synonyms of overlain

overlain

verb

past participle of overlie

1

as in overlapped

to lie over parts of one another

the puzzle pieces overlay one another in complete disarray on the floor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• overlapped
• overlaid
• lapped
• overspread
• shingled

2

as in coated

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 & Similar Words

• coated
• covered
• overlaid
• blanketed
• sheeted
• carpeted
• overspread
• wrapped
• clad
• enveloped
• circled
• swathed
• inclosed
• mantled
• enclosed
• clothed
• enshrouded
• shrouded
• veiled
• cloaked
• curtained
• enrobed
• encircled
• enwrapped
• shawled
• enswathed
• encompassed