overhead
|o/ver/head|
B2
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/ˌoʊvərˈhɛd/
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/ˌəʊvəˈhɛd/
above head level
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overhead' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'overhede,' where 'over' meant 'above' and 'hede' meant 'head.'
Historical Evolution
'overhede' transformed into the modern English word 'overhead.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'above the head,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to costs and expenses.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the general, fixed cost of running a business, such as rent, utilities, and insurance.
The company's overheads have increased due to the new office space.
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Adjective 1
situated or operating above the level of the head.
The overhead lights were too bright.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42