Overall meaning

What does “overall” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“overall” is a noun and adjective with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: (usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps).

overall

noun

  1. (usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps)

  2. a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work

adjective

  1. involving only main features

    “the overall pattern of his life”

  2. including everything

    “the overall cost”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University