How to Pronounce "overdose on"
expression
ˈoʊvɝˌdoʊs/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
OH-vur-dose on
ˈəʊvədˌəʊz/ /ˈɒn
OH-vuh-doze on
Definition
To take or consume too much of a substance, usually a drug or medication, which can cause harm or even be life-threatening.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌdoʊs/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ˈəʊvədˌəʊz/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-dose on
UK
OH-vuh-doze on
Listen in Context
He overdosed on sleeping pills by mistake.
It's dangerous to overdose on painkillers.
Never overdose on any medication, even vitamins.
After the party, he accidentally overdosed on alcohol.