Third-person singular simple present indicative form of overthrow

plural of overthrow

(transitive) To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force. / (transitive, now rare) To throw down to the ground, to overturn.

A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force. / (archaic, rare) An act of throwing something to the ground; an overturning.

(transitive, intransitive) To throw (something) so that it goes too far.

(sports) A throw that goes too far. / (cricket) A run scored by the batting side when a fielder throws the ball back to the infield, whence it continues to the opposite outfield.

The act of overthrowing something or someone.

plural of overthrowal

present participle of overthrow

plural of overthrower