How Do You Spell OVERLAY?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəlˈe͡ɪ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "overlay" is fairly intuitive once its phonetic transcription is understood. The IPA transcription for "overlay" is /oʊvərleɪ/. This indicates that the word begins with a long "o" sound, followed by a "v" sound, and ends with a long "a" sound. The "le" in the middle of the word is pronounced with a short "e" sound and serves to connect the two syllables of the word. Overall, the spelling of "overlay" accurately reflects its pronunciation.

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OVERLAY Meaning and Definition

  1. Overlay (noun):

    An overlay is a covering or layer that is placed on top of something else, typically for protection, enhancement, or decorative purposes. It is a sheet, material, or coating that is added to modify the surface of an object or structure.

    In computer graphics and design, an overlay refers to a transparent or semi-transparent image or element that is superimposed onto another image or video. It is used to add additional information, effects, or visuals, without altering the original content. Overlays are widely used in various applications, such as video editing, gaming, and virtual reality, to enrich the viewing experience and provide additional functionality.

    Overlay (verb):

    As a verb, to overlay means to cover or coat something with another layer or material. It involves placing an additional surface or substance on top of an existing one. This action can be performed to protect the underlying material, provide an aesthetic enhancement, or achieve a desired effect.

    In digital technology, overlaying refers to the process of displaying one graphical element or layer on top of another. It involves combining different images, texts, or effects to create a composite image or video. This technique is commonly used to create visual effects, to add annotations or labels, or to combine different data sources for analysis or comparison purposes.

  2. To lay too much weight upon; to cover on the surface; to smother; to join by a cover or folding over, as two sides of a thing, one over the other.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of OVERLAY

The word overlay has its origins in the combination of two Old English words: ofer which means over and lecgan which means to lay. Over time, these two words merged to form overlecgan which eventually transformed into the Middle English word overley. From there, it evolved into the modern English word overlay. The concept of something being placed or laid over something else is central to the meaning of the word overlay.

Similar spelling words for OVERLAY

Plural form of OVERLAY is OVERLAYS

Conjugate verb Overlay

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overlaid
you would have overlaid
he/she/it would have overlaid
we would have overlaid
they would have overlaid
I would have overlay
you would have overlay
he/she/it would have overlay
we would have overlay
they would have overlay

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been overlaying
you would have been overlaying
he/she/it would have been overlaying
we would have been overlaying
they would have been overlaying

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would overlay
you would overlay
he/she/it would overlay
we would overlay
they would overlay

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be overlaying
you would be overlaying
he/she/it would be overlaying
we would be overlaying
they would be overlaying

FUTURE

I will overlay
you will overlay
he/she/it will overlay
we will overlay
they will overlay

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be overlaying
you will be overlaying
he/she/it will be overlaying
we will be overlaying
they will be overlaying

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overlaid
you will have overlaid
he/she/it will have overlaid
we will have overlaid
they will have overlaid

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been overlaying
you will have been overlaying
he/she/it will have been overlaying
we will have been overlaying
they will have been overlaying

IMPERATIVE

you overlay
we let´s overlay

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overlay

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overlaying
you were overlaying
he/she/it was overlaying
we were overlaying
they were overlaying

PAST PARTICIPLE

overlaid

PAST PERFECT

I had overlaid
you had overlaid
he/she/it had overlaid
we had overlaid
they had overlaid

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been overlaying
you had been overlaying
he/she/it had been overlaying
we had been overlaying
they had been overlaying

PRESENT

I overlay
you overlay
he/she/it overlays
we overlay
they overlay

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am overlaying
you are overlaying
he/she/it is overlaying
we are overlaying
they are overlaying

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overlaying

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overlaid
you have overlaid
he/she/it has overlaid
we have overlaid
they have overlaid

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been overlaying
you have been overlaying
he/she/it has been overlaying
we have been overlaying
they have been overlaying

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it overlay

SIMPLE PAST

I overlaid
you overlaid
he/she/it overlaid
we overlaid
they overlaid

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