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overproof

/(ˌ)əʊvəˈpɹuːf/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A spirit possessing a higher proportion of alcohol than proof spirit.
  2. To proof (allow dough containing yeast to rise) excessively.
  3. Possessing a higher proportion of alcohol than proof spirit.

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Sources

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