Overlaying: meaning, definitions and examples

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overlaying

 

[ ˌoʊvərˈleɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

image editing software

To lay or place something over or across something else, typically for the purpose of covering or blending with the underlying material.

Synonyms

blend with, cover, place over, superimpose

Examples of usage

  • Her work involved overlaying different textures to create a unique design.
  • The logo was carefully overlaid onto the background image.
  • The artist used a technique of overlaying colors to achieve a vibrant effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "overlaying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sobreposição

🇮🇳 ओवरले करना

🇩🇪 Überlagerung

🇮🇩 melapisi

🇺🇦 накладання

🇵🇱 nakładanie

🇯🇵 オーバーレイ

🇫🇷 superposition

🇪🇸 superposición

🇹🇷 örtüşme

🇰🇷 오버레이

🇸🇦 تراكب

🇨🇿 překrytí

🇸🇰 prekrytie

🇨🇳 叠加

🇸🇮 prekrivanje

🇮🇸 skörun

🇰🇿 қабаттасу

🇬🇪 დაფარვა

🇦🇿 örtük

🇲🇽 superposición

Etymology

The word 'overlaying' originated from the combination of 'over' and 'lay', dating back to the early 17th century. It has been used in various contexts, including art, technology, and design, to describe the action of placing one thing on top of another. The term has evolved over time to encompass digital processes, such as image editing and graphic design.

See also: overlay.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,527, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.