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   overthrow

   verb

   • 1. remove forcibly from power: "military coups which had attempted to overthrow the King" Similar remove (from office/power)bring downbring about the downfall oftopplebring lowundodeposeoustdisplacesupplantunseatsubvertdethronedisestablishdissolveinformal:defenestrateput an end todefeatconquerdisplacebreak upsubvertannihilatedissolve
   • ▪ put an end to (something) by the use of force: "their subversive activities are calculated to overthrow parliamentary democracy"
   • ▪ knock or throw to the ground: archaic "one who is already prostrate cannot be overthrown"
   • 2. throw (a ball) further than the intended distance: "he grips the ball too tight and overthrows it"
   • ▪ throw a ball beyond (a receiving player): North American "Dodge overthrew a receiver in the end zone"

   noun

   • 1. a removal from power: "the speeches called for the overthrow of the monarchy" Similar removal (from office/power)downfallfallcollapsetopplingundoingdepositionoustingdisplacementsupplantingunseatingsubversiondethronementdisestablishmentdissolutioninformal:defenestrationendingdefeatdisplacementfallroutcollapsedownfalldemisebreak-upsubversionannihilationdissolution
   • 2. (in cricket, baseball, and other games) a throw which sends a ball past its intended recipient or target.
   • ▪ a score made because the ball has been overthrown: "his throw missed the stumps and went for four overthrows"
   • 3. a panel of decorated wrought-iron work above an arch or gateway.

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishOVERTHROW | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of overthrow as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Overthrow can mean to overturn, defeat, or throw over something or someone.

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   Overthrow definition: to depose, as from a position of power; overcome, defeat, or vanquish. See examples of OVERTHROW used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryOVERTHROW | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   When you overthrow a ruler or a regime, you throw them out, usually by force. If you're a rebel you may plan to overthrow the current government and install a new regime. You can also use overthrow as a noun.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › overthrowOverthrow - definition of overthrow by The Free Dictionary

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   Overthrow means to bring about the downfall, destruction, or ending of something, especially by force or concerted action. It can also mean to throw a ball or other object over and beyond a target, or to overturn something. See synonyms, translations, and usage examples.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishOVERTHROW definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning and usage of the verb and noun overthrow, which means to remove someone or something from power or position by force. Find synonyms, pronunciation, collocations, sentences and grammar tips for overthrow.