overlie
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlaɪ/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈlaɪ/
动词
1.
覆盖, 位于...之上
to lie on top of something else
示例:
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The new layer of rock overlies the older strata.
新的岩层覆盖在较老的岩层之上。
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A thin sheet of ice overlies the lake's surface.
一层薄冰覆盖在湖面上。
2.
压死, 窒息
to lie on and smother (a baby)
示例:
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There were concerns that the mother might accidentally overlie her infant during sleep.
有人担心母亲可能会在睡梦中不小心压死婴儿。
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The ancient practice of overlying infants was a tragic cause of death.
古代压死婴儿的做法是造成死亡的悲剧原因。
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