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overset

The correct spelling is overset.

How to pronounce overset

verb

IPA: /əʊvəˈsɛt/

Say it like: Ove-rse-t

The correct spelling is overset. To set over (something); to cover.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To set over (something); to cover.
  2. 2.To turn, or to be turned, over; to be upset; to capsize.
  3. 3.To knock over, capsize, overturn.
  4. 4.To overwhelm; to overthrow, defeat.
  5. 5.To physically disturb (someone); to make nauseous, upset.

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