underlaps
/ˌʌndərˈlæps/
verb
- Extends partly beneath something else (third person singular form).
- Each roofing tile underlaps the one above it to direct water flow.
- The top sheet underlaps the bottom sheet to keep the bed tidy.
- The flap underlaps the envelope's seal to keep the contents secure.
noun
- Plural of underlap; instances or areas where one thing extends partly beneath another.
- The design includes several underlaps to ensure a tight fit.
- The engineer inspected the underlaps between the metal panels for gaps.
- These underlaps in the wiring need to be covered with insulation tape.