Word Finder - overpassing

definition

To pass above something, as when flying or moving on a higher road.

example

Gillian watched the overpassing shoppers on the second floor of the mall, as she relaxed in the bench on the ground floor.

definition

To exceed, overstep, or transcend a limit, threshold, or goal.

example

Marshall was really overpassing his authority when he ordered the security guards to fire their tasers at the trespassers.

definition

To disregard, skip, or miss something.

example

"Don't overpass those cheeses; they're really quite excellent!" gushed Terry, pointing to the buffet table.