overland

1 of 2

adverb

over·​land ˈō-vər-ˌland 

-lənd

: by, on, or across land

overland

2 of 2

adjective

: going or accomplished over the land instead of by sea

overland emigrants

an overland route

Examples of overland in a Sentence

Adverb

We traveled overland by horse to the mountains.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adverb

The number of migrants arriving in Greece by sea and overland during the first eight months of the year rose by 57%, U.N. data shows. —Renata Brito, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Sep. 2024

That has allowed Iran to transport material—including missile components—overland. —Dexter Filkins, The New Yorker, 22 July 2024

Adjective

The United States and its Western allies would see Russia take a big step forward toward establishing a coveted overland road and rail link with Iran. —Thomas De Waal, Foreign Affairs, 3 June 2024

And instead of high speed trains or rental cars, overland travelers often have to choose between taking rundown public transport or paying up for a private car and driver. —Ayen Deng Bior, The Christian Science Monitor, 15 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adverb

12th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

overland

adverb or adjective

over·​land

ˈō-vər-ˌland,

-lənd

: by, on, or across land