overrun — to spread over or occupy (a place) in large numbers
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to spread over or occupy (a place) in large numbers
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈoʊvərʌn/
Korean meaning: 대량으로 침입하다, 점령하다
Korean pronunciation: **오**버런
Example Sentences
- My mom's garden was completely overrun by rabbits who apparently didn't read the 'No Trespassing' sign.
- The wedding costs overran our budget so much that we're now eating ramen for the next six months.
- The construction project was overrun by delays and unexpected costs.
overrun
VERB//ˈoʊvərʌn//
to spread over or occupy (a place) in large numbers
to spread over or occupy (a place) in large numbers
The fortress undone, the overrun begun!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
'over(위로, 넘어서)'와 'run(달리다)'이 합쳐져서 '한계를 넘어서 달리다'는 의미에서 발전했습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's garden was completely overrun by rabbits who apparently didn't read the 'No Trespassing' sign.”
“The wedding costs overran our budget so much that we're now eating ramen for the next six months.”
“The construction project was overrun by delays and unexpected costs.”
“The old house was overrun with mice and spiders.”
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