Overhead Definition & Meaning
overhead
- adverb
- above your head; in the sky; "planes were flying overhead"
- above the head; over the head; "bring the legs together overhead"
- adjective
- located or originating from above; "an overhead crossing"
- noun
- the expense of maintaining property (e.g., paying property taxes and utilities and insurance); it does not include depreciation or the cost of financing or income taxes
- (computer science) the processing time required by a device prior to the execution of a command
- (computer science) the disk space required for information that is not data but is used for location and timing
- a transparency for use with an overhead projector
- (nautical) the top surface of an enclosed space on a ship
- a hard return hitting the tennis ball above your head
"Overhead" in song lyrics
See how overhead is used in real songs:
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"Cut out the middle man and eliminate the overhead"
Akbar — Those Who Say -
"Often overhead"
Homeboy Sandman — Lightening Bolt. Lightening Rod. -
"evil's allowed to shatter what you think, think, think pink, red overhead"
Little Prince — Disappearing Act
Words that rhyme with overhead
Usage tips for "overhead"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "overhead" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for overhead to find words that pair well.