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Overrule Definition & Meaning

overrule
verb
  1. rule against; "The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill"

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Frequently asked questions

What does overrule mean?
rule against; "The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill"
What part of speech is overrule?
Overrule is a verb.

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