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单词 overworn
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Definition of overworn in English:

overworn

adjective ˌəʊvəˈwɔːn

  • 1Worn by excessive use; much worn; shabby, threadbare.

  • 2Figurative. Of a word, phrase, etc.: spoilt by too much use; hackneyed, stale.

  • 3Especially of a person: worn out or exhausted by age, work, etc.

Origin

Mid 16th century. From overworn, past participle of overwear.

 
 

Definition of overworn in US English:

overworn

adjectiveˌəʊvəˈwɔːn

  • 1Worn by excessive use; much worn; shabby, threadbare.

  • 2Figurative. Of a word, phrase, etc.: spoilt by too much use; hackneyed, stale.

  • 3Especially of a person: worn out or exhausted by age, work, etc.

Origin

Mid 16th century. From overworn, past participle of overwear.

 
 
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