v. t. To learn (a fact or skill) repetitively, beyond the point where it can be immediately recalled; in experimental psychology, to continue to learn beyond the point where the criterion of adequate learning has been reached. [ PJC ]

a. Too learned. -- O"ver*learn"ed, adv. -- O"ver*learn"ed*ness, n. [ 1913 Webster ]

a. Learned by repetitive practice or memorization, beyond the point where it can be immediately recalled. [ PJC ]