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The correct spelling is overall.
How to pronounce overall
noun
Say it like: Ove-ral-l
The correct spelling is overall. A garment worn over other clothing to protect it; a coverall or boiler suit. A garment, for manual labor or for casual wear, often made of a single piece of fabric, with long le… For example: "Overall, there is not enough evidence to form a clear conclusion."
Usage Examples
“Overall, there is not enough evidence to form a clear conclusion.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A garment worn over other clothing to protect it; a coverall or boiler suit. A garment, for manual labor or for casual wear, often made of a single piece of fabric, with long legs and a bib upper, supported from the shoulders with straps, and having several large pockets and loops for carrying tools.
- 2.(in the plural) A garment, worn for manual labor, with an integral covering extending to the chest, supported by straps.
adjective
- 1.All-encompassing, all around.
adverb
- 1.Generally; with everything considered.
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