OVERLAYING Synonyms

• a thin layer covering something

• a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)

• a heavy fabric suitable for coats

• the work of applying something

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the act of protecting something by covering it

• the work of applying something

• surrounding and closing in on or hemming in

• covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles)

• artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort

• a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave

• the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped

• an enveloping bandage

• To cover with, or as if with, a blanket.

• To traverse or complete thoroughly.

• To toss in a blanket by way of punishment.

• To take the wind out of the sails of (another vessel) by sailing to windward of it.

• To nullify the impact of someone or something.

• Cloth for making blankets.

• A layer of something that covers like a blanket.

• The act or punishment of tossing in a blanket.

• A manoeuvre in which one vessel covers or becalms another with its sails.

• enclose in, or as if in, a case

• single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance

• a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another

• an abstract place usually conceived as having depth

• a hen that lays eggs

• thin structure composed of a single thickness of cells

• make or form a layer

• place on top of

• a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

• bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

• fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

• a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

• a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

• a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)

• provide with a covering or cause to be covered

• form a cover over

• span an interval of distance, space or time

• provide for

• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

• travel across or pass over

• be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

• hold within range of an aimed firearm

• to take an action to protect against future problems

• hide from view or knowledge

• protect or defend (a position in a game)

• maintain a check on; especially by patrolling

• protect by insurance

• make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

• invest with a large or excessive amount of something

• help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities

• be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of

• spread over a surface to conceal or protect

• cover as if with a shroud

• copulate with a female, used especially of horses

• put something on top of something else

• play a higher card than the one previously played

• be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game

• sit on (eggs)

• clothe, as if for protection from the elements

• protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior

• lie upon; lie on top of

• kill by lying on

• protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior