overset


over·set

verb \-ˈset\
over·setover·set·ting

Definition of OVERSET

transitive verb
1
a : to disturb mentally or physically : upset b : to turn or tip over : overturn
2
: to set too much type matter for
over·set \ˈō-vər-ˌset\ noun

First Known Use of OVERSET

1583

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