Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overfill

verb
/ˌoʊ.vərˈfɪl/
Definition
To fill something beyond its capacity.
Examples
  • Be careful not to overfill the water bottle, or it might leak.
  • The chef warned us not to overfill the bowl with soup, as it would slosh over the edges.
Meaning
To put too much of a substance into a container, causing it to spill or overflow.
Synonyms
  • overload
  • spill
  • overflow
  • overstuff