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to overlay
01
覆盖, 叠加
to cover one thing over another
Transitive: to overlay a surface with a layer
02
覆盖, 掩盖
to lie over or upon a person, typically in a manner that may smother or suffocate them
Transitive: to overlay sb
Old use
Overlay
01
保护覆盖层, 叠加层
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
02
覆盖层, 装饰层
a layer of decorative material (such as gold leaf or wood veneer) applied over a surface
overlay
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lay
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例子
The jeweler overlaid the silver bracelet with a layer of gold to give it a luxurious finish.
The artist overlaid the canvas with a thin layer of primer before painting the landscape.
The designer overlaid the fabric with a delicate lace trim to add a touch of elegance to the dress.
To protect the document, she decided to overlay it with a transparent plastic cover.
The chef overlaid the cake with a smooth layer of fondant before decorating it with intricate designs.