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Meaning of overtype | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A feature in wordprocessing whereby each typed character replaces the character after the cursor rather than being inserted before it.
    uncountable
  2. A kind of steam wagon having the engine above the cab.
    countable, historical

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

overun overurbanization overusage Overuse Overused overuser

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