Runover
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Runover is a noun meaning (printing) A line of text that overruns the available space, either breaking to a new line within the column or violating the margin.
Meaning
(printing) A line of text that overruns the available space, either breaking to a new line within the column or violating the margin.
More Meanings
- (television) The situation where a television programme overruns its scheduled slot.
Example Sentences
CBS ranked No. 1 on Sunday night, aided by “60 Minutes” and an 18-minute runover into the 7 o’clock hour of live basketball coverage from the afternoon.
Word Forms
- runovers
Synonyms for runover
Depending on context, synonyms include overrun, turnover.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include underrun, misrun, ride, runaround, overdrift, overdraft.
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