overdeliver
|o/ver/de/liv/er|
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/ˌoʊvərdɪˈlɪvər/
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/ˌəʊvədɪˈlɪvə/
exceed expectations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overdeliver' originates from the combination of 'over-' meaning 'beyond' and 'deliver' meaning 'to provide or bring'.
Historical Evolution
'deliver' changed from the Old French word 'delivrer' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliver'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'deliver' meant 'to set free' in Old French, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to provide or bring'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to deliver more than what was promised or expected.
The company managed to overdeliver on its promises, impressing all its clients.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 01:33