overdrift
Having gearing that turns the millstone by means of a pole that rises above itHaving gearing that turns the millstone by means of a pole that rises above it.
Meaning
1 senses(not comparable)Having gearing that turns the millstone by means of a pole that rises above it.
Origin
From over- + drift.From over- + drift.
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