Override Override

Override - Definition

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The word override can be used in several different contexts:

  • A manual override is any arrangement that allows a user to take control of an otherwise automatic system.
  • Override is a 1994 American science fiction genre short film.
  • In the telecommunications industry, an override is a four-digit number that allows callers to make a call using the services of a company other than their pre-selected phone company.
  • In object oriented programming, an override is a concept related to polymorphism and inheritance. See also: Overload
  • In sales:
    • In traditional sales environments, an override is a commission paid to managers on sales made by their subordinates, usually calculated as a percentage of the gross sales commissions earned by the salesperson.
    • Similarly, in multi-level marketing, agents receive a commission on sales made by their downline (recruited agents).

Example Usage of Override

BambiMivtsa: "This is your way of manipulating the family to get what you want Bobby. This is how you Override dads authority!" Quote by Nancy Hamberg
mariannszucs: @Lisawalsh I see... yeah they get annoying especially when they Override my PS window and hover over the actions......LOL!
brianollison: #factsaboutme I always notice/memorize ppl hands first.. Sexy hands can easily Override other flaws...
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