overlap
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/
UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlæp/
動詞
1.
重疊, 交叉
to extend over so as to cover partly
範例:
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The roof tiles overlap to prevent water from leaking in.
屋頂瓦片重疊以防止漏水。
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Make sure the edges of the fabric overlap slightly when sewing.
縫紉時確保布料邊緣略微重疊。
2.
重疊, 有共同點
to have an element in common with (something else)
範例:
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Our responsibilities overlap in several areas.
我們的職責在幾個方面重疊。
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The two events overlap, so I can't attend both.
這兩個活動重疊，所以我不能同時參加。
名詞
1.
重疊, 交叉
a part or an amount that overlaps
範例:
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There was a slight overlap in the schedule.
時間表上有一點重疊。
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The two departments have a significant overlap in their functions.
這兩個部門的職能有很大的重疊。
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