Overcasting

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˌkæstɪŋ/

Overcasting (noun)

  1. A weather condition where clouds cover the sky completely, blocking sunlight.
  2. A sewing method used to finish edges by covering them with fabric or thread.

Examples

  • The overcasting made the day feel cooler than usual.
  • Overcasting is used to prevent fabric edges from fraying.

Common collocations: heavy overcasting, light overcasting, basic overcasting, machine overcasting