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overturn
What does overturn mean?
overturn (verb): to turn over, capsize or upset.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you use overturn in a sentence?
- The big vase overturned. (Princeton WordNet 3.1)
Where does overturn come from?
From Middle English overturnen, equivalent to over- + turn.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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to make a reply or response to
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to become aware of; to observe
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be fully aware or cognizant of
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to turn over, capsize or upset
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