Meaning of the word overfill in English

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

overfill

US /ˌoʊvərˈfɪl/
UK /ˌəʊvəˈfɪl/

Verb

to fill something beyond its capacity

Example:
Be careful not to overfill the washing machine, or it won't clean properly.
He accidentally overfilled the gas tank, causing it to spill.