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Meaning of overruling

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

overruling

verb

Definitions

  1. To rule over; to govern or determine by superior authority.

  2. To rule or determine in a contrary way; to decide against; to abrogate or alter.

  3. To nullify a previous ruling by a higher power.

    Example: The line judge signalled the ball was in, but this was overruled by the umpire.

  4. To dismiss or throw out (a protest or objection) at a court.

noun

Definitions

  1. The situation where something is overruled.