Overprint

noun verb

The addition of new text on a previously printed stamp, usually to add a surcharge or change the face value.

What it means

  1. (noun) The addition of new text on a previously printed stamp, usually to add a surcharge or change the face value.
  2. (verb) To print over what has already been printed.
  3. (verb) To add an overprint to (a stamp).
  4. (verb) To print too many copies of. “The unpopular comic book was overprinted, leaving many retailers with dozens of unsaleable copies.”
  5. (verb) To overlap different colours to avoid gaps.

Letter analysis

  • Overprint contains 9 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 6 consonant(s).
  • It uses 8 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 14.

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Common questions

What does Overprint mean?

The addition of new text on a previously printed stamp, usually to add a surcharge or change the face value.

How many letters are in Overprint?

Overprint has 9 letters.

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