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Overlay (Noun)

Meaning 1

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.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Sheathing
  • Overlayer

Hypernyms

  • Protective Covering
  • Protection

Related Words

  • Overlay (verb)

Meaning 2

A layer of decorative material (such as gold leaf or wood veneer) applied over a surface.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

  • Bed
  • Ornament
  • Ornamentation
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