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overthrow in Malay

guling

UK/əʊvəˈθɹəʊ//ˌoʊvɚˈθɹoʊ/

overthrow in Malay: guling. In English, overthrow means to bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force; to usurp.

Malay words for overthrow

to bring about the downfall of
guling

English meaning of overthrow

  1. verb To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force; to usurp.
  2. verb To throw down to the ground, to overturn.
  3. noun A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force; usurpation.
  4. noun An act of throwing something to the ground; an overturning.

Full definition of overthrow

overthrow in a sentence

  • I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them.
  • He overthrew first base, for an error.
  • He overthrew the ball and it went for four runs.

Synonyms of overthrow

overthrow in other languages

Questions about overthrow in Malay

What is the meaning of overthrow in Malay?
Overthrow in Malay is guling.
Apakah maksud overthrow dalam bahasa Melayu?
Overthrow: guling.
What does overthrow mean in English?
Overthrow means to bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force; to usurp.

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