overslaugh Meaning, Definition & Usage

O"ver*slaugh` noun

Etymology

D. overslag.

Definitions

1. A bar in a river; as, the overslaugh in the Hudson River. Local, U. S. Bartlett.

O`ver*slaugh" transitive verb

Etymology

D. overslaan.

Definitions

1. To hinder or stop, as by an overslaugh or an impediment; as, to overslaugh a bill in a legislative body; to overslaugh a military officer, that is, to hinder his promotion or employment. Local Cant, U. S.