noun
definition
The rock and subsoil that lies above a mineral deposit such as a coal seam.
definition
A sterile stratum that lies above the stratum being investigated
verb
definition
To overload or overtax
Examples of overburden in a Sentence
This sealed a yellowish-brown sandy clay with inclusions of charcoal and ceramic building material interpreted as a layer of overburden (C1147 ).
Follow-up overburden sampling showed that gold is present in head and weathered bedrock, as well as in near-surface overburden sampling showed that gold is present in head and weathered bedrock, as well as in near-surface overburden.
But do n't overburden yourself with clothing clutter - you are going to buy autojumble, carrying unnecessary items will only distract you.
Follow-up overburden sampling showed that gold is present in head and weathered bedrock, as well as in near-surface overburden.
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You may not access our networks, computers, or Contents in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair them, or interfere with any other Person's use and enjoyment.
Such roofs are not suitable for cold climates, for accumulations of snow might overburden the structure and would also cause the wet to penetrate through any small crevices and under flashings.
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