How to Pronounce Overthrust

To pronounce "overthrust", say OV-erthr-ust — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

OV-erthr-ust

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💡 Tip for remembering “overthrust”

"overthrust" has 3 syllables: ov-erthr-ust.

What does overthrust mean?

noun

  1. A form of thrust fault from beneath a hanging wall of rock.

verb

  1. Of a body of rock: to force itself over another.

adjective

  1. Belonging to earlier strata, pushed by faulting over later and higher strata.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overthrust"?▾

"Overthrust" has 3 syllables: ov · erthr · ust.

What does "overthrust" mean?▾

Overthrust: A form of thrust fault from beneath a hanging wall of rock.

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