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overtop

[oh-ver-top, oh-ver-top] / ˌoʊ vərˈtɒp, ˈoʊ vərˌtɒp /












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When meltwaters reach a certain level, they can overtop a glacier that previously held them back.

From BBC

Waves overtopped sand dunes on the low-lying island of South Uist.

From BBC

People were urged against leaving their homes due to danger from flying debris, coastal overtopping, falling trees and damage to buildings.

From BBC

The smaller debris basins are prone to overtopping.

From Los Angeles Times

Large waves are also expected with coastal overtopping.

From BBC