overcharge
|o/ver/charge|
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/ˌoʊvərˈtʃɑrdʒ/
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/ˌəʊvəˈtʃɑːdʒ/
excessive charging
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overcharge' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'overchargen,' where 'over-' meant 'excessively' and 'chargen' meant 'to load or burden.'
Historical Evolution
'overchargen' transformed into the modern English word 'overcharge' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to load excessively,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'charging excessively.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an excessive charge or amount charged.
I noticed an overcharge on my bill.
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Verb 1
to charge someone more than the correct or fair price.
The store overcharged me for the groceries.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35