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Meaning of overburden in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    overburden

    Definitions

    1. burden with too much work or responsibility

    Derived terms

    • overload
  2. 2. load with excessive weight

    Derived terms

    • overload
  3. Noun

    overburden

    Definitions

    1. the surface soil that must be moved away to get at coal seams and mineral deposits
  4. 2. an excessive burden

    Derived terms

    • clog
    • overcharge
    • overload
    • surcharge

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