Old English

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Etymology

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From ofer- +‎ cuman.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˌo.ferˈku.mɑn/, [ˌo.verˈku.mɑn]

Verb

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ofercuman

  1. to overcome or overtake
  2. to win or be victorious

Conjugation

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Descendants

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  • Middle English: overcomen