Definitions

1. noun

something that has been supervised or managed, often imperfectly.

“The company’s financials showed that the project was largely overseen by inexperienced staff.”

2. verb

to supervise or manage (something) imperfectly or inadequately.

“The new manager was tasked with overseeing the company’s restructuring.”

3. verb

to see or become aware of (something) unintentionally or indirectly.

“The consequences of the decision were only overseen by the team after it was too late to change course.”