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Definition of overbite

overbite

/ˈoʊvərˌbaɪt/
o · ver · bite
Plural:overbites
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overbite Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A dental condition in which the upper front teeth extend significantly beyond or vertically overlap the lower front teeth when the jaw is closed.

Example

"The orthodontist recommended braces to correct the teenager's pronounced overbite."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In everyday usage, 'overbite' often refers to the horizontal protrusion of the upper front teeth, whereas in technical dentistry, 'overbite' strictly measures vertical overlap while 'overjet' measures horizontal protrusion.

• Nearby Words

overbid
overbig
overbill
overbite
overblown
overboard
overboil

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overbite. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overbite
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