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overstimulate

Definition of overstimulate

verb

[with object]
  • stimulate physiologically or mentally to an excessive degree:hot water overstimulates the sebaceous glands

Derivatives

overstimulation

noun

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Definition of overstimulate in the US English dictionary
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