Overlie (verb)

1. To lie or be positioned above or on top of something else.
2. To rest above or on top of something else.

Origin:

The word 'overlie' is derived from the words 'over' meaning above and 'lie' meaning to rest or be positioned.

Examples:

1. The blanket overlies the bed.
2. The rock layer overlies the soil.
3. The clouds overlie the mountains.
4. The picture overlies the table.
5. The snow overlies the ground.