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overpass

2 antonyms and opposites of overpass, grouped by meaning.

Noun — A bridge that carries one road or path over another.

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How to use overpass

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highway overpass pedestrian overpass

Etymology

Built from over- + pass, ultimately from Latin passus ("step, pace").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “overpass” mean?

The word “overpass” means a bridge that carries one road or path over another. In plain terms, most commonly a road bridge crossing over another road or railway.

How do you pronounce “overpass”?

“Overpass” is pronounced OH-vuh-pas (/ˈəʊvə(ɹ)pæs/ in IPA).

How do you use “overpass” in a sentence?

Here is “overpass” used in a sentence: “Traffic backs up every morning near the highway overpass.”

What is another word for “overpass”?

Words with a similar meaning to “overpass” include surpass, transgress, miss, overlook, take no notice of and fail to notice.

What is the opposite of “overpass”?

The opposite of “overpass” — its antonyms — are underpass and subway.

What part of speech is “overpass”?

Depending on how it is used, “overpass” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “overpass” come from?

The word “overpass” comes from Latin. Built from over- + pass, ultimately from Latin passus ("step, pace").

How many meanings does “overpass” have?

“Overpass” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a bridge that carries one road or path over another.

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