over·wa·ter
ˌō-vər-ˈwȯ-tər 
-ˈwä-
overwatered; overwatering
: to water (something) too much : to give too much water to (something)
overwatered the plants
overwatering may cause root rot
Do not overwater.
: situated or occurring over a body of water
overwater flights
You can extend your walk all the way south to Fairhaven if you're up to it, enjoying the two overwater walkways connected by solid gravel paths.—
John Stark
John Stark
: over or across a body of water
flew overwater
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2025
Keep the soil moist and don’t overwater it.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
Shelby Wax, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025
Sip a local pale ale at Felons Brewing Co., then drift over to Mr. Percival’s, a circular overwater bar with a Mediterranean vibe and strong cocktails.
—Alli Forde, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
The resort offers 65 suites and villas—some sit overwater and have swim-up terraces, others feature splashy private pools—plus two restaurants, a comprehensive wellness program, and outdoor activities ranging from diving to surfing.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2024
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Verb
Many gardeners overwater plants that just need more humidity.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2025
Keep the soil moist and don’t overwater it.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Booking a couple’s service in one of the resort’s overwater spa suites is a must for honeymooners, as well as private romantic dinners on the property’s tiny motu island.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025
Sip a local pale ale at Felons Brewing Co., then drift over to Mr. Percival’s, a circular overwater bar with a Mediterranean vibe and strong cocktails.
—Alli Forde, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
Adverb
So this year, enter Sundara Spa + Studio, a center of healing and restorative experiences situated for extra relaxation, overwater.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
The resort offers 65 suites and villas—some sit overwater and have swim-up terraces, others feature splashy private pools—plus two restaurants, a comprehensive wellness program, and outdoor activities ranging from diving to surfing.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2024
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“Overwater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overwater. Accessed 12 Dec. 2025.
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