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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Wine flights will be available to showcase a broad overview of the regions, and wines from the western Mediterranean regions in France, Spain and Italy will also be included. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2025 According to the overview prepared by Robbins, the initial program would be open to male detainees arrested on nonviolent, nonsexual charges who have a bond of $10,000 or less. Tom Sissom, arkansasonline.com, 23 Jan. 2025 In Miami, during a Content Americas presentation today, Ampere analyst Fred Black provided a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and the future trajectory of the broadcast and streaming sector, with a particular focus on Latin America. Jamie Lang, Variety, 21 Jan. 2025 Before Christmas, Navy officials provided an overview of the house to discuss the layout of the residence, logistics and practicalities of the move-in, and to help answer any questions the Vances had, a person familiar with the call said. Jennifer Jacobs, CBS News, 13 Jan. 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 29 Jan. 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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