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1allover
adjective all·over \ˈȯl-ˌō-vər\
: covering the whole surface of something
Full Definition of ALLOVER
: covering the whole extent or surface <a sweater with an allover pattern>
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First Known Use of ALLOVER
1796
Rhymes with ALLOVER
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2allover
noun
Definition of ALLOVER
1
: an embroidered, printed, or lace fabric with a design covering most of the surface
2
: a pattern or design in which a single unit is repeated so as to cover an entire surface
First Known Use of ALLOVER
1838
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