Meaning of the word overcharge in English

What does overcharge mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

overcharge

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈtʃɑːrdʒ/
UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

Verb

1.

to charge someone either more than the real price or more than the value of the product or service:

Example:
The gift shop in Paris overcharged me (by €10).

Noun

1.

a request for payment that is more than the real price or value of a product or service:

Example:
They billed twice for internet services in the same year, resulting in an overcharge of $123,000.
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