overshoot

English

/ˈoʊ.vɚˌshut/, /ˌoʊ.vɚˈshut/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The amount by which something goes too far.
  • (countable) When the population of a species exceeds its environment's carrying capacity.

Etymology

Prefix from English shoot.

Origin

English

shoot

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