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[
oh-ver-
ahrch
]
o·ver·arch
/
ˌoʊ
vərˈɑrtʃ
/
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oh-ver-
ahrch
]
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verb (used with object)
1.
to span with or like an
arch
:
A new bridge overarches the river.
verb (used without object)
2.
to form an
arch
over something:
a cerulean sky overarching in the early twilight.
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to introduce subtleties into or argue subtly about.
to expurgate (a written work) by removing or modifying passages considered vulgar or objectionable.
to steal or take dishonestly (money, esp. public funds, or property entrusted to one's care); embezzle.
to chew (food) slowly and thoroughly.
to introduce subtleties into or argue subtly about.
to expurgate (a written work) by removing or modifying passages considered vulgar or objectionable.
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Origin:
1660–70;
over-
+
arch
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overarch
(ˌəʊvərˈɑːtʃ)
—
vb
(
tr
) to form an arch over
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
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