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Overstock

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To stock to an excessive degree..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (transitive) To stock to an excessive degree.
  2. An excessive stock; a surplus or glut.

Example Sentences

Near-synonym: oversupply
This overstock of beauty, for which there are so few bidders, calls for an immediate supply of lovers and husbands […]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does overstock mean?

Overstock means (transitive) To stock to an excessive degree..

What is a synonym for overstock?

Common synonyms include oversupply.

What is the opposite of overstock?

Possible antonyms include understock, stockout.

How do you use overstock in a sentence?

Near-synonym: oversupply

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