overheating
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/ˌoʊvərˈhiːtɪŋ/
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/ˌəʊvəˈhiːtɪŋ/
(overheat)
excessive heat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overheat' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'heat' meaning 'to make hot'.
Historical Evolution
'overheat' was formed by combining the prefix 'over-' with the verb 'heat' in Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to heat excessively', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the condition of becoming excessively hot.
The engine's overheating caused it to break down.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41