overflow meaning and definition

OVERFLOW noun

Definition of overflow (noun)

1. a large flow
   • synonyms: flood, outpouring
2. the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity
   • synonyms: overspill, runoff

OVERFLOW verb

Definition of overflow (verb)

1. flow or run over (a limit or brim)
   • synonyms: brim over, overrun, run over, well over
2. overflow with a certain feeling
   • "The children bubbled over with joy"; "My boss was bubbling over with anger"
   • synonyms: bubble over, spill over