1. (v. t.) To grow over; to cover with growth or herbage, esp. that which is rank.

2. (v. t.) To grow beyond; to rise above; hence, to overcome; to oppress.

3. (v. i.) To grow beyond the fit or natural size; as, a huge, overgrown ox.

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