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overshadow in French

overshadow in French is ombrager, éclipser — overshadow means to obscure something by casting a shadow.

overshadow in French

ombrager
verb
(transitive) To obscure something by casting a shadow.
éclipser
verb
(transitive) To dominate something and make it seem insignificant.

What does "overshadow" mean?

  1. verb To obscure something by casting a shadow.
  2. verb To dominate something and make it seem insignificant.
  3. verb To shelter or protect.
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What is "overshadow" in French?

"overshadow" in French is ombrager, éclipser. overshadow means: To obscure something by casting a shadow.

Are there other ways to say "overshadow" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "overshadow": ombrager, éclipser.

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