Definitions of override:

  • noun:   a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device
  • noun:   the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something
  • verb:   counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
  • verb:   prevail over
    Example: "Health considerations override financial concerns"
  • verb:   ride (a horse) too hard
  • verb:   rule against