English Explanatory Dictionary

oversail

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To project from a structure above (something); to overhang.
  2. To project over (as of a crane, bridge or cables over neighbouring property); especially in relation to any legal right to do so.
noun
  1. The projection of something from a structure.

Pronunciation

/əʊvəˈseɪl/ /oʊvəɹˈseɪl/ /ˈəʊvəseɪl/ /ˈoʊvəɹseɪl/

Word forms

oversail oversails oversailing oversailed

Etymology

From over- + sail.

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