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OVERTOPPING

(verb, noun, adj.)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Overtopping.

Overtopping - as a verb

Look down on

Example: "The villa dominates the town"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
command14dominate11overlook15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lie3
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Overtopping - as a noun

An instance of water going over the top of a barrier such as a sea wall or levee.

Overtopping - as an adjective

Surmounting, surpassing.

Example Sentences

"The overtopping of the river banks caused widespread flooding in the city."
"The engineer predicted that the overtopping of the dam would occur during heavy rainfall."
"To prevent overtopping, the coastal defense system was strengthened with additional barriers."
"The overtopping of the levee resulted in the destruction of several farmlands."
"The residents were evacuated due to the overtopping of the nearby reservoir."
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Word Game Points

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

OVERTOPPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is OVERTOPPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overtopping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERTOPPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is OVERTOPPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overtopping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERTOPPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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