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o·ver-

over-

 
part of speech: prefix
definition 1: a prefix that means "too much."
When you overdo something, you have done it too much.
definition 2: a prefix that means "above," "across," or "superior."
An overhead light is a light above your head.Overseas travel is to travel across the sea.An overlord is a ruler who is superior to other lords or rulers.