OVERREACHING | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word OVERREACHING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of OVERREACHING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Overreach

Speech Type: Verb

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˌəʊvəˈriːtʃ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

reach out too far

Short Definition:

reach out too far

Examples:
  • never lean sideways from a ladder or overreach
Definition:

get the better of by cunning; outwit

Short Definition:

outwit

Examples:
  • Faustus's lunacy in thinking he can overreach the devil

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