Oversell

Definition of Oversell

O`ver`sell`

v. t.

1.

To sell for a higher price than; to exceed in selling price.

[imp. & p. p. Oversold ; p. pr. & vb. n. Overselling. ]

One whose beauty
Would oversell all Italy.

- Beau. & Fl.

2.

To sell beyond means of delivery.

Oversold market
(Brokers' Cant) a market in which stocks or commodities have been sold "short" to such an extent that it is difficult to obtain them for delivery.

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