Overpress
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Overpress is a verb meaning (transitive) To bear upon (someone or something) with irresistible force; to crush, to overwhelm.
Meaning
(transitive) To bear upon (someone or something) with irresistible force; to crush, to overwhelm.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To overcome by importunity.
Example Sentences
overpress'd spirits
Deare heart forbeare to glance thine eye aſide, / VVhat needſt thou vvound vvith cunning vvhen thy might / Is more then my ore-preſt defence can bide?
Word Forms
- overpresses
- overpressing
- overpressed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include overwhelm, overbear, overpressurize, overimpose, overpush, overween.
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