Word: overlayers
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: o
ver
lay
ers
Definition: Plural of overlayer; 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
Morphemes:
Affix: over-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: surrounding or covering
Affix: lay
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A layer; a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another
Affix: -er
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Suffix denoting residency in or around a place, district, area, or region.
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form regular plurals of nouns.