How to Pronounce Overlock

To pronounce "overlock", say OV-erl-ock — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəʊvəˌlɒk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈəʊvəˌlɒk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overlock”

"overlock" has 3 syllables: ov-erl-ock. It rhymes with gawk and stock, if that helps it stick.

What does overlock mean?

noun

  1. A stitch that sews over the edge of one or two pieces of cloth for edging, hemming or seaming.

verb

  1. To stitch in this manner.
  2. To make the bolt of a lock go too far.

Synonyms

merrowoveredgeserge

Words that rhyme with overlock

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gawkstockcockstalkshockblocksquawkmockbaulkknockhawkflock

Related words

stitchbindingwrapoverunderwrapunderlockpipingseamoverfront

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overlock"?▾

"Overlock" has 3 syllables: ov · erl · ock.

What is the IPA transcription of "overlock"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overlock" is /ˈəʊvəˌlɒk/.

What does "overlock" mean?▾

Overlock: A stitch that sews over the edge of one or two pieces of cloth for edging, hemming or seaming.

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