Definition of "over"

Kid-friendly meaning of over, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "over" mean?

over (preposition) — above or on top of something.

Part of speechPreposition Syllables2 (o·ver)

Example sentences using "over"

Grade K–2
Jump over the rope.
Grade 3–5
She climbed over the fence and landed in the soft grass on the other side.
Grade 6–8
The word 'over' carries a surprising range of meanings: physical position, completion, repetition, control, which learners of English often find challenging to sort out.

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