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Meaning of overthrows

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

overthrows

noun

Definitions

  1. A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force.

  2. An act of throwing something to the ground; an overturning.

verb

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  1. To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.

    Example: I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them.

  2. To throw down to the ground, to overturn.

noun

Definitions

  1. A throw that goes too far.

verb

Definitions

  1. To throw (something) so that it goes too far.

    Example: He overthrew first base, for an error.