runover noun2 •A line of text that overruns the available space, either breaking to a new line within the column or violating the margin. •The situation where a television programme overruns its scheduled slot.CBS ranked No. 1 on Sunday night, aided by “60 Minutes” and an 18-minute runover into the 7 o’clock hour of live basketball coverage from the afternoon. — 2009 formsrunovers
