overfunction en · NOUN
Etymology
From over- + function.
Meanings
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(uncountable) Function beyond what is needed or desired.
the overfunction of the pituitary gland
Dictionary
Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.
overfunction en · VERB
Etymology
From over- + function.
Meanings
- (intransitive) To function excessively.
- (intransitive) To take responsibility for other people's actions.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| overfunctioning | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| overfunctioned | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| overfunctioned | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| overfunctions | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |