OVERRUN
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Overrun.
How to pronounce overrun:
UK
Overrun - as a noun
Overrun - as a verb
Occupy in large numbers or live on a host
Example: "The kudzu plant infests much of the south and is spreading to the north"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
infestinvadeFlow or run over (a limit or brim)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brim overoverflowrun overwell overHypernyms (Closely Related)
run outspillHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Seize the position of and defeat
Example: "The crusaders overran much of the holy land"
Run beyond or past
Example: "The plane overran the runway"
Example Sentences
"The city experienced an overrun of tourists during the holiday season."
"The company had to deal with a budget overrun due to unexpected expenses."
"The military had to defend the strategic location from an enemy overrun."
"The wildlife sanctuary suffered an overrun of invasive species."
"The marathon had an overrun of participants, causing overcrowding at the starting line."
Word Game Points
Is OVERRUN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overrun is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERRUN has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is OVERRUN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overrun is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERRUN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is OVERRUN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overrun is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERRUN has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
