overstretch
|o/ver/stretch|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˌoʊvərˈstrɛtʃ/
🇬🇧
/ˌəʊvəˈstrɛtʃ/
exceed limits
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overstretch' originates from the combination of 'over-' meaning 'beyond' and 'stretch' meaning 'to extend'.
Historical Evolution
'overstretch' evolved from the Old English word 'streccan', which meant 'to stretch'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stretch beyond normal limits', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to extend or stretch something beyond its normal or intended limits.
The company overstretched its resources by expanding too quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45