overstrike
overstrike · overstrikes · overstruck · overstriking
To cover up by stamping another on top of itTo cover up (a design, mark etc.) by stamping another on top of it; to superimpose a mark or logo on (a coin, stamp, etc.).
/əʊvəˈstɹʌɪk/
Meaning
3 senses(transitive)To cover up (a design, mark etc.) by stamping another on top of it; to superimpose a mark or logo on (a coin, stamp, etc.).
(transitive)To strike (something) too hard.
(obsolete, reflexive)To overreach oneself while striking.
Origin
From over- + strike.From over- + strike.
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Forms
overstrikes, overstriking, overstruck, overstruck| Base form | overstrike · to overstrike |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | overstrikes |
| Present participle | overstriking |
| Past simple | overstruck |
| Past participle | overstruck |
irregular · Lesson
Lessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, irregular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle