overlie

English

/ˌoʊvɚˈlaɪ/

verb
Definitions
  • To lie over or upon
  • (transitive) To suffocate by lying upon

Etymology

Prefix from English lie (deceive, recline, be prostrate, be positioned).

Origin

English

lie

Gloss

deceive, recline, be prostrate, be positioned

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