OVER
noun
Definition
A certain number of balls (usually four) delivered successively from behind ine wicket, after which the ball is bowled from behing the other wicket as many times, the fielders changing places.
Other Definitions
This word also has 3 other definitions:
OVER
(adjective)
Upper; covering; higher; superior; also, excessive; too much or too great; -- chiefly used in composition; as, overshoes, overcoat, over-garment, over...
OVER
(adverb)
1. From one side to another; from side to side; across; crosswise; as, a board, or a tree, a foot over, i. e., a foot in diameter.
2. From one person...
OVER
(preposition)
1. Above, or higher than, in place or position, with the idea of covering; -- opposed to Ant: under; as, clouds are over our heads; the smoke rises ov...
Added: October 09, 2025
Updated: October 09, 2025
