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Meaning of overthrow in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    overthrow

    Definitions

    1. cause the downfall of

    Examples

    • « of rulers »
    • « The Czar was overthrown »
    • « subvert the ruling class »
  2. 2. rule against

    Examples

    • « The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill »
  3. Noun

    overthrow

    Definitions

    1. the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
  4. 2. the act of disturbing the mind or body

    Examples

    • « his carelessness could have caused an ecological upset »
    • « she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living »

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