Överdelen

Överdelen is a Swedish noun meaning the upper part or portion of something. It is a generic, context-dependent term used in everyday language to indicate the top section of a whole, typically in contrast with the lower portion (underdelen). The definite form, överdelen, is common in written Swedish.

Etymology and usage. The word is formed from över- (over, upper) and delen (the part). It functions as a compound noun and relies on context to specify what is being described. Because it is broad in meaning, överdelen appears in various domains without implying a fixed technical definition.

Clothing and apparel. In fashion and retail, överdelen refers to the upper garment worn on the torso, such as a shirt, blouse, sweater, or jacket. It is often discussed in contrast to underdelen, the lower garment like pants or a skirt. The term is commonly found in catalogs, styling guidance, and consumer descriptions.

Anatomy and biology. In everyday Swedish, överdelen can describe the upper portion of a body part or organ when the context does not require more technical terminology. In medical writing, however, phrases like övre del or övre delar are more typical, with överdelen used mainly in non-technical or instructional contexts.

Architecture and objects. The term can denote the upper section of a structure or object, such as the upper floor of a building or the top compartment of a box or cabinet. In these settings, överdelen conveys the notion of the part that is situated above another portion.

See also. övre del, underdelen, övre del.