overset

verb over·set \-ˈset\

over·setover·set·ting

Definition of OVERSET

transitive verb

a : to disturb mentally or physically : upset

b : to turn or tip over : overturn

: to set too much type matter for

— over·set \ˈō-vər-ˌset\ noun

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