overview

noun

over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü How to pronounce overview (audio)
: a general survey : summary

Examples of overview in a Sentence

I was asked to give an overview of the company's sales figures. This book provides a broad overview of American history.
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Her publication 'Fashion China' (Thames & Hudson, 2015) was the first title to offer an overview of the phenomenon of contemporary Chinese fashion designers. Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 Here's an overview of a few federal agencies that hold data on large swaths of Americans – and where things stand with the DOGE team's access. Laurel Wamsley, NPR, 11 Mar. 2025 The best way to get an overview of the town’s past is on a Manteo Historic Walking Tour with former police chief and unofficial town spokesperson Francis D’Ambra. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025 Watch this animation below for an overview of the procedure. New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for overview

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of overview was in 1588

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“Overview.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overview. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.

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overview

noun
over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü How to pronounce overview (audio)
: a general survey : summary

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