Definition

The action of typing a character over another character that has already been typed, often resulting in the first character being obscured or replaced.

Example

The typist made a strikeover when she accidentally typed the wrong letter.

Conversation

I noticed there was a strikeover in your last document.

Oh really? I didn’t even see that!

Yeah, it can be a bit distracting when you're reading.

Definitely, I’ll have to double-check my work next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, where 'strike' (meaning to hit or impact) combines with 'over' (meaning above or across). The term 'strikeover' refers to the act of hitting or impacting something from above or across.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of hitting something from above or across — that's what 'strikeover' means.

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