Overcome: v.tr. (word coming from the old French surmunter “overcome, surpass” from sur- and ascend).
The verb “overcome” has several meanings:
I) Concrete:
1. Aged meaning: To defeat, to put (one's adversary) on the ground.
2. Modern meaning: To be placed, situated above.
The fireplace is surmounted by a mirror.
II) Abstract:
1. Aged sense: Surpass (eclipse).
To dominate (someone or something) by an irresistible influence (to overtake).
2. Modern: Go beyond...
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