overfilled
|o/ver/filled|
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/ˌoʊvərˈfɪld/
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/ˌəʊvəˈfɪld/
(overfill)
excessively filled
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overfill' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'oferfyllan,' where 'ofer-' meant 'over' and 'fyllan' meant 'to fill.'
Historical Evolution
'oferfyllan' transformed into the Middle English word 'overfyllen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'overfill'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fill beyond capacity,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'overfill'.
She overfilled the tank with water.
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Adjective 1
filled beyond capacity.
The cup was overfilled, causing the liquid to spill over.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41