overruling
|o-ver-rul-ing|
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/ˌoʊvərˈruːlɪŋ/
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/ˌəʊvəˈruːlɪŋ/
(overrule)
reject authority
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overrule' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'overrulen,' where 'over-' meant 'above' and 'rulen' meant 'to govern or control.'
Historical Evolution
'overrulen' transformed into the modern English word 'overrule' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to govern or control above others,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reject or set aside a decision.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to reject or set aside a decision or ruling made by someone else.
The judge is overruling the previous decision.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42