请输入您要查询的英文单词:

 

单词 overstuffed
释义

overstuff

verb

over·​stuff ˌō-vər-ˈstəf How to pronounce overstuff (audio)
overstuffed; overstuffing; overstuffs

transitive verb

1
: to stuff too full
2
: to cover (a piece of furniture, such as a chair or sofa) completely and deeply with upholstery

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Some reviewers mention zippers that come unzipped when the bag is packed full, so be sure not to overstuff! Amanda Constantine, Good Housekeeping, 26 Aug. 2022 In order to achieve the best clean possible, do not overstuff the machine when washing sheets. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2022 The rice wrappers can tear easily, so be careful not to overstuff them. Rachel Ng, Outside Online, 5 June 2021 The caramelized sweet potato doesn’t overstuff things either - and played well with the goat cheese, Swiss, arugula and griddle-toasted slices of Dave’s Killer Bread. Matt Wake | Mwake@al.com, al, 4 Apr. 2022 In general, productions are budgeted by the day; adding a whole day can significantly inflate a budget, so producers overstuff production schedules, often turning to overtime to remain on track. Chris Stanton, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2021 Put about ½ cup filling onto each circle (don’t overstuff). Mary Bergin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2021 First, don’t overstuff the machine; aim to leave half to a quarter of the drum empty, which will allow water and detergent to fully penetrate and clean the textiles. Jolie Kerr, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2020 But first, a few sandwich best practices: Don’t overstuff. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 21 Aug. 2019 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1715, in the meaning defined at sense 1

overstuffed

adjective

as in overfed

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • overfed
  • glutted
  • stuffed
  • gorged
  • overfull
  • sated
  • satiated
  • replete
  • surfeited
  • satiate
  • full

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • empty
  • hungry
  • starving
  • starved
  • famished
  • undernourished
  • underfed
See More
随便看

 

英语词典包含469781条英英释义在线翻译词条,基本涵盖了全部常用单词的英英翻译及用法,是英语学习的有利工具。

 

Copyright © 2004-2022 Newdu.com All Rights Reserved
更新时间:2024/12/23 18:42:47