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overthrown

/ˌoʊvərˈθroʊn/ verb · British & US
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What does overthrown mean?

verb

To remove someone or something from a position of power or authority, often by force or violence. To cause something to fall or be thrown over.

Example

"The government was overthrown in a military coup."

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