OVERFLOW

/ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/ ► audio Scrabble 17 Words With Friends 19

Scrabble letter values: O1V4E1R1F4L1O1W4 = 17

Definition

  1. verb flow or run over (a limit or brim). — synonyms: overrun, well_over, run_over, brim_over
  2. verb overflow with a certain feeling. — synonyms: bubble_over, spill_over
  3. noun a large flow. — synonyms: flood, outpouring
  4. noun the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity. — synonyms: runoff, overspill

Examples

  • “The children bubbled over with joy”
  • “My boss was bubbling over with anger”
  • “The river overflowed the levee.”

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