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overflow

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "overflow" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

overflow

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overflow is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, overflow is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofoverflow

1noun
  • The spillage resultant from overflow; excess.
  • Outlet for escape of excess material.
  • The situation where a value exceeds the available numeric range.
1verb
  • To flow over the brim of (a container).

    Example: "The river overflowed the levee."

  • To cover with a liquid, literally or figuratively.

    Example: "The flash flood overflowed most of the parkland and some homes."

  • To cause an overflow.
  • To flow over the edge of a container.

    Example: "The waters overflowed into the Ninth Ward."

  • To exceed limits or capacity.

    Example: "The hospital ER was overflowing with flu cases."

  • To be superabundant; to abound.

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