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
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
Examples of overwater in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebSteve Bender, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2023
The surest way to kill a jade plant is to overwater it!
—Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, 14 Aug. 2023
As the heat builds, don’t overwater Protea, California native plants and plants from other dry regions of the world.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2022
So be sure not to overwater yours, as this could lead to root disease.
—Brittney Morgan, House Beautiful, 22 June 2023
Water Wisely People often either overwater or underwater their cactuses.
—Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 23 Mar. 2023
Don't overwater—that's a common mistake with this plant.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, 31 May 2023
Be sure not to overwater, especially in the winter.
—Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 3 Jan. 2023
These plants are not drought-tolerant and require regular and deep irrigation (but don’t overwater).
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2021
James Barrett, Redbook, 17 Aug. 2023
To get here, guests take a 45-minute seaplane ride and land in an utter paradise filled with overwater bungalows, glittering private pools, and plenty of delicious (and included) food and drinks.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2023
There are overwater residences here — in fact, the resort offers 10 secluded villas with private sundecks and plunge pools overlooking a duo of stunning lagoons — but Avani+ Fares Maldives was dreamed up as a place for everyone, families, friends, and solo travelers included.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2023
Home to about 3 percent of the planet’s reefs, the Maldives is also known for its clear emerald waters, luxurious overwater bungalows, and providing travelers with an isolated retreat.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2023
The overwater Casa Ventanas has a glass-bottom floor, while Casa Estrella includes an open-air primary bedroom and a private plunge pool showcasing Caribbean Sea views.
—Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2023
One in-room experience is a starlit dinner or breakfast delivered to your overwater villa via an outrigger canoe.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 6 June 2023
Aside from the handful of treehouses there are 16 overwater villas with glass floors looking into the sea.
—Leena Kim, Town & Country, 25 May 2023
Muted tones carry through to its overwater villas, where all eyes go to the ocean and the infinity plunge pool, an array of paint-swatch blues.
—Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2023
See More
Verb
Don't overwater any impatiens, however, which can cause the plants to rot.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2023
The surest way to kill a jade plant is to overwater it!
—Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, 14 Aug. 2023
As the heat builds, don’t overwater Protea, California native plants and plants from other dry regions of the world.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2022
So be sure not to overwater yours, as this could lead to root disease.
—Brittney Morgan, House Beautiful, 22 June 2023
Water Wisely People often either overwater or underwater their cactuses.
—Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 23 Mar. 2023
Don't overwater—that's a common mistake with this plant.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, House Beautiful, 31 May 2023
Be sure not to overwater, especially in the winter.
—Deanna Kizis, Sunset Magazine, 3 Jan. 2023
These plants are not drought-tolerant and require regular and deep irrigation (but don’t overwater).
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2021
Adjective
Its iconic turquoise lagoon, encircled by lush green peaks and overwater bungalows creates a dreamlike setting.
—James Barrett, Redbook, 17 Aug. 2023
To get here, guests take a 45-minute seaplane ride and land in an utter paradise filled with overwater bungalows, glittering private pools, and plenty of delicious (and included) food and drinks.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2023
There are overwater residences here — in fact, the resort offers 10 secluded villas with private sundecks and plunge pools overlooking a duo of stunning lagoons — but Avani+ Fares Maldives was dreamed up as a place for everyone, families, friends, and solo travelers included.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2023
Home to about 3 percent of the planet’s reefs, the Maldives is also known for its clear emerald waters, luxurious overwater bungalows, and providing travelers with an isolated retreat.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2023
The overwater Casa Ventanas has a glass-bottom floor, while Casa Estrella includes an open-air primary bedroom and a private plunge pool showcasing Caribbean Sea views.
—Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2023
One in-room experience is a starlit dinner or breakfast delivered to your overwater villa via an outrigger canoe.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 6 June 2023
Aside from the handful of treehouses there are 16 overwater villas with glass floors looking into the sea.
—Leena Kim, Town & Country, 25 May 2023
Muted tones carry through to its overwater villas, where all eyes go to the ocean and the infinity plunge pool, an array of paint-swatch blues.
—Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2023
See More
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'overwater.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Word History
Dictionary Entries Near overwater
Cite this Entry
“Overwater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overwater. Accessed 29 Sep. 2023.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share