overdrawn
|o-ver-drawn|
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/ˌoʊvərˈdrɔn/
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/ˌəʊvəˈdrɔːn/
(overdraw)
exceed limits
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overdrawn' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'overdrawen', where 'over-' meant 'excessively' and 'drawen' meant 'to draw'.
Historical Evolution
'overdrawen' transformed into the modern English word 'overdrawn'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to draw excessively', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a negative balance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past participle form of 'overdraw'.
The account has been overdrawn for weeks.
Adjective 1
having a negative balance in a bank account.
Her account was overdrawn by $50.
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Last updated: 2025/02/19 23:26