Imbricate is an adjective that describes something that is arranged in overlapping layers, like tiles on a roof. The crossword solutions for the term Imbricate are LAP (3 letters) and OVERLAP (7 letters). LAP means to lie partly over or alongside of something, while OVERLAP means to extend over and cover a part of the same space or area as something else. Both words describe the concept of Imbricate, which is to arrange in overlapping layers.