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runover

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

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A line of text that overruns the available space, either breaking to a new line within the column or violating the margin.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: media, printing, publishing

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: overrun, turnover

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

The situation where a television programme overruns its scheduled slot.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: broadcasting, media, television

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Deverbal from run over.