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Definition of overspray

overspray

/ˈoʊvərˌspreɪ/
o · ver · spray
Plural:oversprays
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Past Simple:oversprayed
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Past Participle:oversprayed
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Present Participle:overspraying
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overspray Lexical Profile

overspray Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Airborne particles or droplets of paint, varnish, pesticide, or another sprayed substance that land outside the intended target area.

Example

"The painter taped plastic sheets over the windows to protect the glass from overspray."

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• verb

1

To spray a liquid or coating excessively or beyond the boundaries of the intended surface.

Example

"Take care not to overspray the edges of the cabinet while applying the primer."

Antonyms
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• Nearby Words

overspend
overspender
overspill
overspray
overspread
overstaff
overstate

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