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overarching Definition

over·arch·ing (-iŋ)

adjective

  1. forming an arch above or overhead
  2. encompassing or linking all that is within its scope, range, etc. an overarching theory, theme, etc.

overarching Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • concordat: In addition to the JMC agreement, there are four separate overarching Concordats intended to apply broadly uniform arrangements across Government.
  • theme: Views on an overarching theme for the study would be welcomed.
  • aim: The overarching aim must be to improve the quality of RE.
  • framework: An overarching quality framework for advice in Scotland Proposals to address concerns about access to advice on civil issues.
  • principle: We use these four overarching principles to base our advice on.
  • objective: The overarching objective of the Northern Way is not new.

Browse dictionary entries near overarching

  1. overarch
  2. overalls
  3. overall
  4. overage
  5. overact
  6. overachieve
  7. overabundance
  8. over-withholding
  9. over-under
  10. over-trading
  1. overarm
  2. overawe
  3. overbalance
  4. overbear
  5. overbearing
  6. overbid
  7. overbill
  8. overbite
  9. overblouse
  10. overblow