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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

override

/ˈoʊvərˌraɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does override mean?

verb

To use a higher priority version of a function or procedure, or to take control of a system or process from a lower level. To give priority to one thing over another.

Example

"The programmer chose to override the default settings to customize the application."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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