adj
overshot
OH-vuh-shot
Overshot (adj) means Powered by water that flows in over the top, as with certain water wheels. Example: “The old mill used an overshot wheel to grind the grain.”
adj
1
Powered by water that flows in over the top, as with certain water wheels.
"The old mill used an overshot wheel to grind the grain."
2
Of the jaw or teeth, projecting further forward than the opposing set.
"The breed standard notes that an overshot jaw is a fault."
How to use overshot
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMostly used for water wheels fed from above, or for teeth/jaws that stick out further than they should.
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Word forms
- Plural
- overshots
- Comparative
- more overshot
- Superlative
- most overshot
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Frequently asked questions
What does “overshot” mean?
The word “overshot” means powered by water that flows in over the top, as with certain water wheels. In plain terms, mostly used for water wheels fed from above, or for teeth/jaws that stick out further than they should.
How do you pronounce “overshot”?
“Overshot” is pronounced OH-vuh-shot (/ˈoʊ.vɚˌʃɑt/ in IPA).
How do you use “overshot” in a sentence?
Here is “overshot” used in a sentence: “The old mill used an overshot wheel to grind the grain.”
What part of speech is “overshot”?
“Overshot” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “overshot” have?
“Overshot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: powered by water that flows in over the top, as with certain water wheels.
