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o·ver·head
 overhead
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- parts of speech:
- adverb, adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Parts
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adverb |
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at any height directly or generally above the head.
A flock of geese flew overhead.- similar words:
- above, aloft, high, over
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adjective |
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hed
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located or installed above head level.
An overhead skylight let sunshine pour into my bedroom. |
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noun |
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hed
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the general expenses of a business. Money spent for heat, rent, electricity, or taxes is part of the overhead of running a business.
The owner of the shop wanted to reduce his overhead, so he installed a more efficient furnace.- similar words:
- cost
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