o·ver·build (  v r-b ld )v. o·ver·built (-b lt), o·ver·build·ing, o·ver·builds v.tr. 1. To build over or on top of. 2. To construct more buildings in (an area) than necessary. 3. To build with excessive size or elaboration. v.intr. To construct more homes, office buildings, or commercial complexes than necessary in an area. |
overbuild [ˌəʊvəˈbɪld]
vb -builds, -building, -built (tr)
1. (Miscellaneous Technologies / Building) to build over or on top of
2. to erect too many buildings in (an area)
3. (Miscellaneous Technologies / Building) to build too large or elaborately
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