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overstep

verb over·step \ˌō-vər-ˈstep\

: to go beyond what is proper or allowed by (something)

Full Definition of OVERSTEP

transitive verb

: exceed, transgress

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First Known Use of OVERSTEP

before 12th century

Related to OVERSTEP

Synonyms: break, outreach, outrun, overpass, overreach, overrun, overshoot, exceed, surpass, transcend

Rhymes with OVERSTEP

demirep, in lockstep, out of step, step-by-step, stutter step

OVERSTEP Defined for Kids

overstep

verb over·step \ˌō-vər-ˈstep\

over·steppedover·step·ping

Definition of OVERSTEP for Kids

: to step over or beyond : exceed <She overstepped her authority.>

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