Meaning of the word overgrown in English

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

overgrown

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈɡroʊn/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈɡrəʊn/

Adjective

1.

covered with too many plants

Example:
The garden was completely overgrown with weeds.
We found an old, overgrown path leading to the river.
2.

grown too large

Example:
The puppy was already overgrown for its age.
His hair was long and overgrown.