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Meaning of go overboard

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

go overboard

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To fall out of a vessel.

    Example: Attach the buoys so they don't go overboard.

  2. To go too far; to exceed reasonable bounds.

    Example: You can decorate the new room, but don't go overboard with surreal paintings.