overbite

[ oh-ver-bahyt ]

noun

, Dentistry.

1. occlusion in which the upper incisor teeth overlap the lower ones.

overbite

/ ˈəʊvəˌbaɪt /

noun

1. dentistry an extension of the upper front teeth over the lower front teeth when the mouth is closed Also calledvertical overlap

Word History and Origins

Origin of overbite¹

First recorded in 1885–90; over- + bite

Example Sentences

Carmine has an overbite, so he’s prone to dry mouth, Durkin told Vox.

From Vox

My overbite has kept me from being really popular with women.

From The Daily Beast

It is better to overbite your darks, and underbite your lights, if you vary any.

From Project Gutenberg