gerund
Failing to notice or consider something, usually by mistake.
Overlooking a small detail caused a delay.
He apologized for overlooking the warning.
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How to pronounce overlooking
noun · adjectiveB2Common word
OHverlʊkihng
/ˈoʊ.vɚˌlʊ.kɪŋ/
4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of overlook
This -ing form can name an action or describe a place with a view.
Failing to notice or consider something, usually by mistake.
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present participle
Having a view of a place from a building or room, usually from above.
The room overlooking the ocean is expensive.
We rented an apartment overlooking the park.
Good to know
In this use, overlooking describes a place with a view; it does not mean that the place is ignoring something.
gerund
Choosing not to punish or criticize a mistake or bad action.
I appreciated her overlooking my mistake.
Overlooking the rude remark kept the meeting calm.
Good to know
In this use, the problem is noticed but deliberately not punished or criticized.