overhead — above one's head; in the sky
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: above one's head; in the sky
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈoʊvərˌhed/
Example Sentences
- The drone flew overhead while I was eating my sandwich, making me wonder if it was judging my lunch choices.
- Our startup's overhead is so low, we consider buying coffee pods a major business expense.
- The overhead storage compartment was full of mysterious items from previous passengers.
overhead
ADVERB[/ˈoʊvərˌhed/]
above one's head; in the sky
A flock of geese flew overhead as the farmer waved from his field.
Bread flies overhead, connected by thread!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Overhead is a compound word formed from Old English 'over' (above, across) and 'head' (the upper part of the body). Originally meaning literally 'above the head,' the term evolved in business and accounting contexts to denote indirect costs or expenses not directly attributable to production.
Breakdown
over- (above, across) + head (upper part of the body). The compound originally described spatial position but later acquired metaphorical meaning in commercial usage to refer to general operating expenses.
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📝Examples
“The drone flew overhead while I was eating my sandwich, making me wonder if it was judging my lunch choices.”
“Our startup's overhead is so low, we consider buying coffee pods a major business expense.”
“The overhead storage compartment was full of mysterious items from previous passengers.”
“She pointed to the overhead display showing flight information.”
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