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overcast
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most overcast
Comparative
more overcast
gradable
Examples
Today 's forecast predicts an overcast sky, with little chance of sunshine.
02
having edges secured with slanted, long stitches to stop the fabric from fraying
Examples
The overcast edges of the linen napkins added a refined touch to the table setting.
Overcast
01
a condition where the sky is completely covered with clouds, blocking sunlight
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The overcast made it feel like evening even though it was midday.
to overcast
01
to stitch over the edge of fabric with slanted, long stitches to prevent fraying
Transitive
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
overcast
3rd person singular
overcasts
Present participle
overcasting
Past simple
overcast
Past participle
overcast
Examples
She overcast the edges of the cloth to ensure it would n’t unravel.
Examples
The clouds overcast the beach, making it feel colder.
