Origin: Germanic Old English prefix
Overthrow has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:
the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
"The military coup successfully overthrew the dictator after weeks of violent protests."
the act of disturbing the mind or body
"his carelessness could have caused an ecological upset"
"she was unprepared for this sudden overthrow of their normal way of living"
A removal, especially of a ruler or government, by force or threat of force.
"The pitcher's final strike was an overthrow that sailed completely over home plate and into the outfield grass."
A throw that goes too far.
cause the downfall of; of rulers
"The Czar was overthrown"
"subvert the ruling class"
To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.
"The strong winds threatened to overthrow the small tent during the night storm."
To throw (something) so that it goes too far.
Overthrow comes from Middle English, formed by combining "over-" with "throw." Its original meaning was to cast down or defeat someone.