OVERTURN


Meaning of OVERTURN in English

I. verb

1.

to turn from an upright or level position

the embarrassed boy backed into the table and overturned a lamp

Synonyms: knock over, overset, overthrow, tip (over), topple, turn over, upset

Related Word: capsize, keel (over or up), upend, upturn; prostrate; down; roll (over)

Contrasted words: erect, right, set up, straighten (up)

2.

Synonyms: overthrow 2, overset, topple, tumble, unhorse

II. noun

Synonyms: shake-up , reorganization, revolution, turnover

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