Overtake
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Meanings of Overtake
Verb
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To pass something that is moving slower than you.
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To become bigger or better than something else.
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To happen suddenly and catch someone by surprise.
Explanation of the word: Overtake
Overtake means to go past someone or something that is in front of you. Like when you are running and you pass your friend to be in front.
Translations for the word: Overtake
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Overtake
To overtake means to go past someone or something that is moving slower than you.
You pronounce 'overtake' like this: oh-ver-teyk.
The word 'overtake' comes from the Old English word 'ofertacan', which means to take over.
The word 'overtake' in Bengali is 'অতিক্রম করা' (Atikram kara).