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overlaid

The correct spelling is overlaid.

How to pronounce overlaid

verb

IPA: /oʊ.vɚ.leɪd/

Say it like: Ove-rla-yd

The correct spelling is overlaid. To lay, spread, or apply something over or across; cover.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To lay, spread, or apply something over or across; cover.
  2. 2.To overwhelm; to press excessively upon.
  3. 3.To lie over (someone, especially a child) in order to smother it; to suffocate.
  4. 4.To put an overlay on.

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