Overextension
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Overextension is a noun meaning The state or quality of being overextended; extension beyond normal, correct, or appropriate bounds or limits.
Meaning
The state or quality of being overextended; extension beyond normal, correct, or appropriate bounds or limits.
More Meanings
- (linguistics) Application of a term to too many referents, as for example when a child uses cat to refer to all animals.
Example Sentences
Other nations sensed American overextension.
Word Forms
- overextensions
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include over-extension, overextention, overreach, overstretch, overlimit, excess.
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