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A plane flew overhead.
What does Overhead mean?
Overhead means above your head.
Dictionary definition
Above your head or located higher up.
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The overhead light made the room bright.
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The guide pointed to overhead signs so visitors could find the exit.
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oh · ver · hed · strongest beat: oh
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WordOverhead.
Partadverb, adjective.
MeaningOverhead means above your head.
ExampleExample: A plane flew overhead.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- oh · ver · hed
- Strongest beat
- oh
- Ending
- hed
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on oh.
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Synonyms
Words like Overhead
aboveUse for a higher position.
aloftUse for something up in the air.
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Overhead word family
Base word
overhead
noun
overheads
Costs or items above.
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