What does OVERS mean?

Parts of Speech

Overs is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, overs refers to clothes that are too large for the wearer. As a verb, it means to pass over or skip something.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈoʊvərz/

UK: /ˈəʊvəz/

Origin and Usage

The origin of the word overs is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the 19th century. As a noun, it is commonly used in the context of clothing that is too large for the wearer, often used in the phrase "hand-me-down overs." As a verb, it is commonly used in the context of skipping or passing over something, such as in the sentence "He overs the boring parts of the book."

Synonyms

As a noun, synonyms for overs include baggy clothes, loose-fitting clothes, and hand-me-downs. As a verb, synonyms include skip, pass over, and omit.

Related Words

Other 5 letter words related to overs include:

• roves
• mover
• servo
• overs
• sores

Example Sentences

Here are some example sentences using overs:

• She wore her brothers hand-me-down overs to the party.
• He overs the boring parts of the book when he reads.
• The team overs the first round of the playoffs.