Meaning of the word inundated in English

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inundated

US /ˈɪn.ʌn.deɪ.tɪd/
UK /ˈɪn.ʌn.deɪ.tɪd/

Adjective

1.

covered with a flood of water

Example:
The town was completely inundated after the heavy rains.
Many coastal areas are regularly inundated by high tides.
2.

overwhelmed with things or people to be dealt with

Example:
The customer service department was inundated with calls after the product recall.
I'm completely inundated with work this week.
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