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OVERBOARD

(adverb, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Overboard.

Overboard - as an adverb

To extremes

Example: "He went overboard to please his in-laws"

From on board a vessel into the water

Example: "They dropped their garbage overboard"

Overboard - as a verb

To throw over the edge of a boat into the water.

Overboard - as an adjective

Outside of a boat, in the water

Example Sentences

"He went overboard with his criticism and hurt her feelings."
"The boat tipped overboard and everyone fell into the water."
"She couldn't find her keys and accused her roommate of throwing them overboard."
"The child accidentally dropped his toy overboard while on the ferry."
"The captain warned the passengers not to lean too far overboard."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERBOARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overboard is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERBOARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is OVERBOARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overboard is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERBOARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is OVERBOARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overboard is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERBOARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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