overall
/ˈəʊvərɔːl/overall
ADJECTIVEDefinition of overall
An overall effect, strategy, picture, etc., is one that covers everything but may not go into detail.
Example: The play has many Christian elements, but the overall effect is not necessarily Christian.
If you look at something overall, you look at the whole of it.
Example: Despite losing a few games, the team achieved greater successes overall than in previous years.
An overall is a large, loose protective coat.
Overalls are pants with a front that comes up to your chest and straps over your shoulders.
Overalls are a loose protective trouser and shirt in one.
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EXAMPLESExamples of overall
The play has many Christian elements, but the overall effect is not necessarily Christian.
Example sentenceDespite losing a few games, the team achieved greater successes overall than in previous years.
Example sentenceOverall the book works well.
Example sentenceoverall
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