Definition of overall
1 : all over 1 the pattern used overall
2 : from one end to the other 600 feet long overall
3a : in view of all the circumstances or conditions overall, the sale was a successb : as a whole : generally doesn't do as well overall overall and in most of its detail the film has remarkable power — Timec : with everyone or everything taken into account was third overall in earnings got 31 miles to the gallon overall
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Examples of overall in a Sentence
He made a few mistakes but did well overall.
Overall, the project was successful.
First Known Use of overall
13th century
Definition of overall
1a overallsplay \ˈō-vər-ˌȯlz\ plural, archaic : loose protective trousers worn over regular clothesb usually overalls : trousers of strong material usually with a bib and shoulder straps
2 chiefly British : a loose-fitting protective smock worn over regular clothing
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First Known Use of overall
1631
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Definition of overall
1 : including everything
2 : viewed as a whole : general
Examples of overall in a Sentence
your overall score after two rounds
His mistake didn't change my overall impression of him.
Your overall health is sound.
She likes the overall quality of the product.
The scratch didn't affect the car's overall appearance.
First Known Use of overall
1894
OVERALL Defined for English Language Learners
overall
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: with everyone or everything included
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: as a whole : in general
overall
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overalls : a pair of pants with an extra piece attached that covers the chest and has straps that go over the shoulders
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: a loose coat that is worn over clothes so that they do not get dirty
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overalls : a piece of clothing that is worn over other clothes to protect them
overall
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: including everyone or everything
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: viewed as a whole or in general
OVERALL Defined for Kids
Definition of overall for Students
: as a whole : in most ways They did a nice job overall.
Definition of overall for Students
: including everyone or everything overall expenses
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