overlay
Prononciation : [ˈoʊvərˌleɪ]
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Contexte : « graphics »
(noun) a layer that is placed on top of something else. It's like putting a clear plastic sheet over a picture to show more details or add information。
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The artist added an overlay to the painting to enhance its colors.
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Without an overlay, the image looks dull and flat.
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Can you see the overlay on the map clearly?
Contexte : « graphics »
(verb) to place something on top of something else in a way that adds detail or information. Imagine putting stickers on your notebook to make it look better.
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She decided to overlay a transparent image on her presentation slides.
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He didn't overlay any designs on his project, and it looked boring.
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How do you plan to overlay the new information on the report?
Contexte : « geography »
(verb) to cover one area with another. It’s like when you spread a blanket over a bed; the blanket is overlaid on the bed.
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The new data will overlay the existing maps for better analysis.
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If you don't overlay the new data correctly, the results can be confusing.
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What will you overlay on the old chart to update it?
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