Word of the Day – January 19, 2021

overlay

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Noun A transparent or translucent sheet that, when placed over another sheet, adds additional information to form a composite. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology
Noun Protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Noun Computing: Graphic information that can be layered on other information. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology
Noun Any additional covering including a fake keypad, placed by fraudsters on top of a genuine PIN entry keypad and generally similar in shape and color, The placement of an overlay may also serve the purpose of concealing other attacks. (used 1 times in citations and controls)
Noun A specification of security or privacy controls, control enhancements, supplemental guidance, and other supporting information employed during the tailoring process, that is intended to complement (and further refine) security control baselines. The overlay specification may be more stringent or less stringent than the original security control baseline specification and can be applied to multiple information systems. (used 29 times in citations and controls)

Other Forms

Type Other Form
Past overlaid
Past overlays
Past Participle overlaid
Past Participle overlaying
Plural overlays
Plural Possessive overlays'
Possessive overlay's
Present Participle overlaying
Third Person overlays
Third Person overlaid

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