overshoot

English

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈovəɻshut/

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Noun

overshoot (plural overshoots)

1. (uncountable) The amount by which something goes too far.

   Let's see if we can predict and correct for the overshoot.

2. (countable, ecology) When the population of a species exceeds its environment's carrying capacity.

Verb

overshoot (third-person singular simple present overshoots, present participle overshooting, simple past and past participle overshot)

1. To go too far.

   When you drive, you must remember to not overshoot the parking space and end up with two wheels over the line.

2. To shoot too far.