OVERFLOW
/ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of OVERFLOW
The spillage resultant from overflow; excess.
Outlet for escape of excess material.
The situation where a value exceeds the available numeric range.
To flow over the brim of (a container).
"The river overflowed the levee."
To cover with a liquid, literally or figuratively.
"The flash flood overflowed most of the parkland and some homes."
To cause an overflow.
Examples of OVERFLOW in a Sentence
- "The river overflowed the levee."
- "The flash flood overflowed most of the parkland and some homes."
Word Details
Is OVERFLOW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, OVERFLOW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: OVERFLOW uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for OVERFLOW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | o | v | e | r | f | l | o | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 17 |
| WWF | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 19 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in OVERFLOW
92 words from the letters in OVERFLOW
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How to Use OVERFLOW in Word Games
OVERFLOW is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OVERFLOW to find 92 additional valid words.