overtravel
|o-ver-trav-el|
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/ˈoʊvərˌtrævəl/
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/ˈəʊvəˌtrævəl/
excessive movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overtravel' originates from the combination of 'over-' meaning 'beyond' and 'travel' meaning 'to move or journey'.
Historical Evolution
'Overtravel' was formed by combining the prefix 'over-' with the verb 'travel', which has been in use since the Middle English period.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to travel beyond a point', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the excessive movement of a mechanical part beyond its intended range.
The overtravel of the switch caused it to malfunction.
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Last updated: 2025/03/07 13:06