Dictionary Check: override
"override" is a valid word!
Scrabble
12
points
Words with Friends
13
points
Definition
noun
a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device
noun
the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something
verb
rule against
Example:
"The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill"
verb
prevail over
Example:
"health considerations override financial concerns"
verb
counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
verb
ride (a horse) too hard
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