overcast meaning and definition

OVERCAST noun

Definition of overcast (noun)

1. the state of the sky when it is covered by clouds
   • synonyms: cloud cover, cloudiness
2. gloomy semidarkness caused by cloud cover
   • synonyms: cloudiness
3. a long whipstitch or overhand stitch overlying an edge to prevent raveling
   • synonyms: overcasting
4. a cast that falls beyond the intended spot

OVERCAST verb

Definition of overcast (verb)

1. make overcast or cloudy
   • "Fall weather often overcasts our beaches"
   • synonyms: cloud
   • antonym: brighten
2. sew over the edge of with long slanting wide stitches
3. sew with an overcast stitch from one section to the next
   • "overcast books"

OVERCAST adjective

Definition of overcast (adjective)

1. filled or abounding with clouds
   • synonyms: cloud-covered, clouded, sunless