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Noun
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(n)
overlap (overlap%1:09:00::)
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convergence (convergence%1:09:01::)
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intersection (intersection%1:09:01::)
(a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena)
"there was no overlap between their proposals"
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overlap (overlap%1:07:00::)
(the property of partial coincidence in time)
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lap (lap%1:06:00::)
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overlap (overlap%1:06:00::)
(a flap that lies over another part)
"the lap of the shingles should be at least ten inches"
Verb
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overlap (overlap%2:42:03::)
(coincide partially or wholly)
"Our vacations overlap"
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overlap (overlap%2:42:01::)
(extend over and cover a part of)
"The roofs of the houses overlap in this crowded city"