overprint

noun

1
The addition of new text on a previously printed stamp, usually to add a surcharge or change the face value.

verb

1
To print over what has already been printed.
2
To add an overprint to (a stamp).
3
To print too many copies of.
“The unpopular comic book was overprinted, leaving many retailers with dozens of unsaleable copies.”
4
To overlap different colours to avoid gaps.

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