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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Function beyond what is needed or desired. uncountable

   "the overfunction of the pituitary gland"

Verb

1. 1
   To function excessively. intransitive
2. 2
   To take responsibility for other people's actions. intransitive

Example

More examples

"the overfunction of the pituitary gland"

Etymology

From over- + function.

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