Overcast (Noun)
Meaning 1
A long whipstitch or overhand stitch overlying an edge to prevent raveling.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
The state of the sky when it is covered by clouds.
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The overcast hung low over the city, hiding the sun from view.
- On overcast days like this, the park was usually deserted.
- The photograph showed a dramatic landscape with a thick grey overcast looming in the background.
- We reluctantly cancelled the outdoor concert due to the persistent overcast.
- The hikers didn't bother to bring their sunglasses, expecting the overcast to last all day.
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Meaning 3
A cast that falls beyond the intended spot.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
Gloomy semidarkness caused by cloud cover.
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Nouns denoting natural processes.