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o·ver·run
 overrun
- pronunciation:
- o
v
 r
ruhn
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
overran, overrun, overrunning, overruns |
| definition 1: |
to spread over, taking hold.
Weeds have overrun the garden.- synonyms:
- swarm
- similar words:
- beset, engulf, spread
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| definition 2: |
to run past; go beyond.
The batter overran first base.- synonyms:
- exceed
- similar words:
- overdo, pass, surpass
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| definition 3: |
to flow over; flood.
The creek overran its banks.- synonyms:
- deluge, flood, overflow
- similar words:
- engulf, submerge
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| related words: |
deluge, exceed, invade, occupy |
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