물리적 힘이나 감정적 압박, 또는 권위로 상대방을 압도하거나 위압하다.
To overcome or suppress someone by using physical force, emotional pressure, or superior authority.
예문:
"The commander's presence seemed to overbear any dissent among the troops."
"She felt her own desires were being overborne by her family's heavy expectations."
"It is difficult to negotiate when one party tries to overbear the other through intimidation."
더 많은 돛을 달거나 바람의 힘을 이용하여 다른 배보다 더 강력하게 항해하거나 능가하다.
To sail faster or more powerfully than another vessel by carrying more sail or having greater wind power.
예문:
"The larger frigate managed to overbear the smaller merchant ship in the heavy winds."
"By spreading every inch of canvas, the captain hoped to overbear the pursuing vessel."
열매나 새끼를 지나치게 많이 맺거나 낳아 어미가 되는 개체를 쇠약하게 만들다.
To produce fruit, vegetation, or offspring in excessive quantities, often leading to the exhaustion of the parent plant or animal.
예문:
"The apple tree began to overbear this season, causing several branches to snap under the weight."
"Farmers often thin the blossoms so the trees do not overbear and weaken their long-term health."