Synonyms for
Overs
Definition
The definition of 'overs' is to cover or go over something.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- overs and unders
- overs of the clock
- overs of the game
- overs of the season
- overs in cricket
- overs in baseball
- overs in a match
Word family
Usage note
In sports contexts, 'overs' often refers to a set of six balls bowled by a bowler in cricket. It can also refer to a surplus or excess of something.
Example sentences
- I need to overs my car with a blanket to protect it from the snow.
- The airplane will overs the ocean on its way to Europe.
- The cat was able to overs the fence with ease.
- The bridge overs the river.
- The horse was able to overs the hurdle in the race.
Quotes
'Life is full of ups and downs, but the trick is to enjoy the ups and have courage during the downs.' -Unknown
'It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves.' -William Shakespeare
'The best way to predict your future is to create it.' -Abraham Lincoln