overview

noun

over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü How to pronounce overview (audio)
: a general survey : summary

Examples of overview in a Sentence

I was asked to give an overview of the company's sales figures. This book provides a broad overview of American history.
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The first sixty pages provide a masterly chronological overview of the Peasants’ War. Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2025 The chart below provides a comparison overview of regular butter and brown butter. Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025 Below you’ll find a brief overview of our favorites. Emily Johnson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025 At the workshop, the board also looked at a broad overview of a potential general obligation bond as there is so much involved in the process, SDUHSD Superintendent Anne Staffieri said. Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for overview

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First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of overview was in 1588

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“Overview.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overview. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.

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overview

noun
over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü How to pronounce overview (audio)
: a general survey : summary

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