OVERFLOW Meaning and
Definition
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Overflow is a noun that refers to the action or result of exceeding the normal or maximum capacity of a container, space, or designated limit. It occurs when the quantity or volume of a substance or object surpasses the limit that can be contained within a defined area or boundary. This exceeding can be both in terms of physical quantity and numerical value.
Overflow can also be used as a verb, implying the act of filling or going beyond the given limits or boundaries of a space, system, or container. It conveys the sense of being unable to contain or accommodate any more of the concerned substance or object.
In practical terms, overflow commonly applies to liquid substances that spill over or spread out of their containers due to excessive volume. It can happen due to a variety of reasons, such as when a container is filled beyond its capacity, when a drain or outlet is blocked, or when a system fails to handle the inflow of liquid within its intended limits. Overflow can lead to leakage, flooding, or the loss of the substance to the surrounding environment.
Figuratively, overflow can be used to describe an abundance or excess of something beyond what is needed or expected. For example, one may say, "Her kindness overflowed, as she went above and beyond to help others."
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An escape of fluid owing to overfilling of its usual receptacle.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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• To fill beyond the brim; to cover with water; to be fuller than to the brim; to overwhelm; to abound.
• A superabundance; an inundation.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of OVERFLOW
The word "overflow" originated from the combination of two Old English words: "of" meaning "from" or "off" and "flow" which comes from the Proto-Germanic word "flōwan" meaning "to flow". The prefix "over-" was later added to emphasize the excess or abundance, thus forming "overflow". The term has been used since the 14th century to refer to the act of flowing over the limits or boundaries, especially in the context of water or liquid spilling over.
Idioms with the word OVERFLOW
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overflow with sm or sth
The idiom "overflow with sm or sth" means to have an excess or abundance of something, often emotions or possessions. It implies that there is an overwhelming amount of it, to the point where it cannot be contained or controlled.
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overflow into sth
The idiom "overflow into something" refers to a situation where something expands, overflows, or extends beyond its normal or expected boundaries, often affecting or influencing something else. It suggests that the impact or effects of a certain situation cannot be contained within its intended limits and spill over into other areas or aspects.
Similar spelling words for OVERFLOW
- overplay,
- overfull,
- Overawful,
- overfoul,
- overflight,
- Overflew,
- overvalue,
- overfond,
- over-refine,
- overfield,
- overfall-mill,
- overfeel,
- overplus,
- overfill,
- overfeed,
- overfall-weir,
- weaverville,
- overfed,
- overfell,
- overblown,
- Overveil,
- overpowered,
- Overvail,
- overfully,
- overpower,
- Overfall,
- Afrophilia,
- overflowing,
- overfly,
- Overfelt.
Conjugate verb Overflow
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
I
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I
would have overflow
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would have overflow
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would have overflow
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would have overflow
CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
I
would have been overflowing
you
would have been overflowing
he/she/it
would have been overflowing
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would have been overflowing
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would have been overflowing
CONDITIONAL PRESENT
I
would overflow
you
would overflow
he/she/it
would overflow
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would overflow
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would overflow
CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE
I
would be overflowing
you
would be overflowing
he/she/it
would be overflowing
we
would be overflowing
they
would be overflowing
FUTURE
I
will overflow
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will overflow
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will overflow
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will overflow
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will overflow
FUTURE CONTINUOUS
I
will be overflowing
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will be overflowing
we
will be overflowing
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will be overflowing
FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have overflowed
you
will have overflowed
he/she/it
will have overflowed
we
will have overflowed
they
will have overflowed
FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
will have been overflowing
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he/she/it
will have been overflowing
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will have been overflowing
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will have been overflowing
IMPERATIVE
you
overflow
we
let´s overflow
to overflow
PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was overflowing
you
were overflowing
he/she/it
was overflowing
we
were overflowing
they
were overflowing
PAST PARTICIPLE
overflowed
PAST PERFECT
I
had overflowed
you
had overflowed
he/she/it
had overflowed
we
had overflowed
they
had overflowed
PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
had been overflowing
you
had been overflowing
he/she/it
had been overflowing
we
had been overflowing
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had been overflowing
PRESENT
I
overflow
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overflow
he/she/it
overflows
we
overflow
they
overflow
PRESENT CONTINUOUS
I
am overflowing
you
are overflowing
he/she/it
is overflowing
we
are overflowing
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are overflowing
PRESENT PARTICIPLE
overflowing
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have overflowed
you
have overflowed
he/she/it
has overflowed
we
have overflowed
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have overflowed
PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
have been overflowing
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have been overflowing
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has been overflowing
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have been overflowing
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have been overflowing
PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE
he/she/it
overflow
SIMPLE PAST
I
overflowed
you
overflowed
he/she/it
overflowed
we
overflowed
they
overflowed
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