overview

noun

over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü How to pronounce overview (audio)
: a general survey : summary

Examples of overview in a Sentence

I was asked to give an overview of the company's sales figures. This book provides a broad overview of American history.
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Here is a brief overview and tasting note for each of these wines. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025 For example, the AI Results View in Google Search now shows the AI overview in a separate window. PC Magazine, 17 July 2025 The Artemis Program: an overview of NASA’s activities to return humans to the Moon. Keith Cooper, Space.com, 16 July 2025 The goal is to provide a general overview of notable hair transplant clinics in 2025. Connie Etemadi, AZCentral.com, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for overview

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of overview was in 1588

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“Overview.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overview. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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overview

noun
over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü How to pronounce overview (audio)
: a general survey : summary

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