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overlap vs extend

extend vs overlap

overlap is a noun but extend is not a noun.

overlap and extend both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
overlap Yes No Yes No
extend No No Yes No
As verbs, extend is a hypernym of overlap; that is, extend is a word with a broader meaning than overlap:
  • overlap: extend over and cover a part of
  • extend: span an interval of distance, space or time
Other hypernyms of overlap include continue, cover.
overlap (noun) extend (noun)
a flap that lies over another part
the property of partial coincidence in time
a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena
overlap (verb) extend (verb)
extend over and cover a part of extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body
coincide partially or wholly thrust or extend out
extend in scope or range or area
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer
continue or extend
expand the influence of
increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
prolong the time allowed for payment of
use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity
open or straighten out; unbend
extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length
cause to move at full gallop
offer verbally
make available; provide
span an interval of distance, space or time
reach outward in space
stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point
Difference between overlap and extend

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