overfull

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having more content, data, or elements than what a container or allotted space can hold.

---

Antonyms

underfull

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with overfull
full , duel , school , fool , rule

---

Variants

List of all variants of overfull that leads to same result
overfill , overfilled , overfilling , overfills

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The term 'overfull' is derived from the Old English word 'overfyllen', which means 'to fill beyond'.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'overfull' is often used in the context of databases, email inboxes, and computer memory.

2. In some cases, being overfull can be a good thing, such as when a container is filled to its maximum capacity with a valuable resource.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Overflow: A concept in computer science that refers to data or information that exceeds the capacity of a buffer or container.

2. Overload: A state where a system is handling more than its maximum capacity, leading to a decrease in performance or even failure.

---

How to Memorize "overfull"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a container or a box that is filled beyond its capacity.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'overfull' with the feeling of being too much or exceeding the limit.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Over-flowing' to remember the meaning of 'overfull'.

---

Memorize "overfull" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize overfull is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.