Meaning of the word overturn in English

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overturn

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈtɝːn/

UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈtɝːn/

tip (something) over so that it is on its side or upside down

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The boat overturned in the storm.

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He accidentally overturned his coffee cup.

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topple upset capsize tip over turn over

reverse a decision or verdict

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The court decided to overturn the previous ruling.

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There is a strong movement to overturn the new law.

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