Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Overhead.
How to pronounce overhead:
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Overhead - as an adjective
Located or originating from above
Example: "An overhead crossing"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
surface12subsurface17Overhead - as a noun
The expense of maintaining property (e.g., paying property taxes and utilities and insurance); it does not include depreciation or the cost of financing or income taxes
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
budget itemsoperating costoperating expense(computer science) the processing time required by a device prior to the execution of a command
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
command overheadcommand processing overheadcommand processing overhead time(computer science) the disk space required for information that is not data but is used for location and timing
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disk overhead(nautical) the top surface of an enclosed space on a ship
Overhead - as an adverb
Above your head; in the sky
Example: "Planes were flying overhead"
Above the head; over the head
Example: "Bring the legs together overhead"
Example Sentences
"I always keep my umbrella handy for unexpected overhead rain."
"The airplane flew low overhead, making a deafening noise."
"Heavy boxes were stored on the overhead shelf in the warehouse."
"The child was amazed by the overhead lights in the theater."
"Please make sure to bring your overhead projector for the presentation."
Word Game Points
Is OVERHEAD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overhead is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERHEAD has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is OVERHEAD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overhead is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERHEAD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is OVERHEAD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overhead is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERHEAD has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
