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overthin

adj · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Excessively thin.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To make too thin.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Add some water to the sauce, but don't overthin it.

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History

Etymology

From over- + thin.