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overrun vs run over

run over vs overrun

overrun is a noun but run over is not a noun.

overrun and run over both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
overrun Yes No Yes No
run over No No Yes No
As verbs, overrun and run over are synonyms defined as:
  • overrun and run over: flow or run over (a limit or brim)
Other synonyms of overrun include brim over, overflow, well over.
overrun (noun) run over (noun)
too much production or more than expected
overrun (verb) run over (verb)
run beyond or past injure or kill by knocking (someone or something) down and passing over the body, as with a vehicle
seize the position of and defeat flow or run over (a limit or brim)
flow or run over (a limit or brim)
invade in great numbers
occupy in large numbers or live on a host
Difference between overrun and run over

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