OVERSHOT
(adj.sat, verb, noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Overshot.
Overshot - as an adjective satellite
Having an upper part projecting beyond the lower
Example: "An overshot jaw"
Overshot - as a verb
To go past something; to go too far.
Example: "When you drive, you must remember to not overshoot the parking space and end up with two wheels over the line."
To shoot beyond; to shoot too far to hit something.
To pass swiftly over; to fly beyond.
To exceed.
Example: "To overshoot the truth"
To venture too far; to overreach (oneself).
Overshot - as a noun
An overshot water wheel.
Overshot - as an adjective
(of a water wheel) powered by water that flows over the top from above
Having the upper teeth projecting beyond the lower, as in the jaws of some dogs.
Example Sentences
"The overshot wheel was an efficient source of power in early industrial settings."
"The overshot bullet hit its target with precision."
"The overshot runway caused the airplane to overshoot the landing."
"The overshot market demand led to a shortage of products."
"The overshot budget forced the company to cut back on expenses."
Word Game Points
Is OVERSHOT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overshot is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERSHOT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is OVERSHOT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overshot is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERSHOT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is OVERSHOT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overshot is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERSHOT has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
