overdone

/ˌoʊ.vɚˈdʌn/

UK: /ˌəʊ.vəˈdʌn/

oʊ · VɚDɅN (2 syllables)

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Definition

Cooked too much.

Etymology

From Middle English overdon, from Old English oferdōn, equivalent to over- + done.

Example Sentences

  • "There are lots of pauses and little detours, hitchings-up of their smocks, inspection of the soles of their feet, some rather overdone limping."
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