noun Uncommon

overflowing

ohv-FLOH-ihng

Overflowing (noun) means the act of spilling past a limit; an overflow. Example: “The overflowing of the drain flooded the basement.”

noun

The act of spilling past a limit; an overflow.

"The overflowing of the drain flooded the basement."

How to use overflowing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSpilling out because it is too full.

Common pairings

overflowing with gratitude overflowing trash can

overflowings plural

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The _____ of the drain flooded the basement.

From overflow + -ing.

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What does “overflowing” mean?

The word “overflowing” means the act of spilling past a limit; an overflow. In plain terms, spilling out because it is too full.

How do you pronounce “overflowing”?

“Overflowing” is pronounced ohv-FLOH-ihng (/ˌoʊvɚˈfloʊɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “overflowing” in a sentence?

Here is “overflowing” used in a sentence: “The overflowing of the drain flooded the basement.”

What part of speech is “overflowing”?

“Overflowing” is a noun.

Is “overflowing” a common word?

“Overflowing” is an uncommon word in modern English.