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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overlay

/ˈoʊvərˌleɪ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does overlay mean?

noun, verb

A layer or surface placed over something else, or to place a layer or surface over something else. To display information or graphics in addition to the main content of a screen or interface.

Example

"The new software added an overlay to the video to display subtitles."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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