The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word GORGED
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The straight part
We know that "overate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case overate = gorged.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does GORGED mean?
GORGED adjective- With a stomach stuffed full of food.
- With the neck collared or encircled by an object.
- Having a gorge or throat.