overcrow

/ˈɒvəkrəʊ, ˈɒvəˌkrɔ/

Definitions

1. verb

to fill a place or container to excess or to a point where it is difficult to move

“The city’s population began to overcrow the public transportation system during rush hour.”

2. noun

the state of being overcrowded, especially in a place where people or vehicles are packed together

“The overcrow of the stadium caused a panic during the exit.”

3. noun

a place that is overcrowded

“The overcrow of the city center made it difficult for tourists to navigate.”

Synonyms

  • overload
  • overpopulate

Antonyms

  • depopulate
  • undercrowd