overuse
|o-ver-use|
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/ˌoʊvərˈjuːs/
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/ˌəʊvəˈjuːs/
excessive use
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overuse' originates from Middle English, combining 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and 'use' meaning 'to employ or utilize'.
Historical Evolution
'overuse' evolved from the Middle English word 'overusen', which combined 'over-' and 'usen'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to use excessively', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39