Word
overland
Phoneticsover·land
US/ˈoʊvɝˌɫænd/
UK/ˌəʊvəlˈænd/
Definition
adj. traveling across land rather than by sea or air. You use this to describe long trips made by train, bus, or car.
adj. travelling or occurring across land rather than by water or air. Typically used attributively to describe routes, journeys, or transport methods.
Examples
“They are planning an overland trip across Europe.”
“The overland route to the remote village takes three days by bus through the mountains.”
“Before the advent of commercial aviation, the overland journey from London to India was a grueling expedition involving multiple train connections and horse-drawn carriages.”
Examples
simple
“They are planning an overland trip across Europe.”
contextual
“The overland route to the remote village takes three days by bus through the mountains.”
complex
“Before the advent of commercial aviation, the overland journey from London to India was a grueling expedition involving multiple train connections and horse-drawn carriages.”
Usage
Typically placed before the noun it modifies.
Real-World Examples
“Rescuers were only able to reach Nitung Village after a two-hour overland journey from the coast.” “It had long been assumed that it traveled slowly overland along the mountainous and desert routes of the Silk Road.” Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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