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Overstuffed Meaning in English

word

ˈoʊvɝˌstəft
OH-vur-STUFT
ˌəʊvəstˈʌft
oh-vuh-STUFT

Definition

Filled too much, often so that it is too full or crowded. Commonly used for furniture with too much padding or for things that are packed very tightly.

Usage & Nuances

'Overstuffed' is often used to describe very soft, padded furniture (like chairs or sofas) that can seem bulky. It can also describe anything excessively filled, like a suitcase or even a schedule. Usually somewhat informal. Not for literal 'too much food' (use 'stuffed' or 'full' instead).

Example Sentences

We bought an overstuffed chair for the living room.

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My suitcase is overstuffed and hard to close.

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The overstuffed couch was very comfortable.

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His overstuffed backpack barely fit in the overhead compartment.

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The lobby was filled with overstuffed armchairs and heavy curtains.

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My calendar is so overstuffed this week, I barely have time to eat.

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