Words / A1

OHV-uh/ˈəʊvə/

Above or across something, or more than a number: the plane flew over the city; over 18. Above is a close cousin for position. Oven is for baking. Over there points to a place.

Meaning

Above or across something; more than.

Examples

• “The plane flew over the city.”
• “Pull this jumper over your head.”
• “The film is over two hours long.”

Good to know

over + place (above/across). over + number (more than). Mix-up: oven.

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