Meaning of the word overdraw in English
What does overdraw mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
overdraw
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈdrɑː/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈdrɔː/
Verb
1.
to draw more money from a bank account than the account actually contains
Example:
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I accidentally overdrew my account by fifty dollars.
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If you overdraw, the bank will charge you a fee.
2.
to exaggerate in describing or depicting something
Example:
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The author tends to overdraw his characters' emotions.
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Be careful not to overdraw the comparison between the two events.