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overthrow

/ˈoʊvɚθɹˌoʊ/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

noun

  1. the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
  2. the act of disturbing the mind or body
    “his carelessness could have caused an ecological upset”

verb

  1. cause the downfall of; of rulers
    “The Czar was overthrown”
  2. rule against
    “The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill”

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