overgrowth
|o-ver-growth|
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/ˈoʊvərˌɡroʊθ/
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/ˈəʊvəˌɡrəʊθ/
excessive growth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overgrowth' originates from Middle English, combining 'over-' meaning 'excessive' and 'growth' meaning 'development or increase'.
Historical Evolution
'overgrowth' changed from the Middle English word 'overgrowthe' and eventually became the modern English word 'overgrowth'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'excessive growth or increase', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
excessive growth or increase in size, especially of plants or vegetation.
The garden was difficult to navigate due to the overgrowth of weeds.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41