When a word is used too broadly (i.e., beyond its traditional categorical boundaries), what is taking place?

Name: When a word is used too broadly (i.e., beyond its traditional categorical boundaries), what is taking place?
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When a word is used too broadly, beyond its traditional categorical boundaries, it is known as overextension. This can happen when a child is learning language and does not yet have a full understanding of the meaning and proper usage of a word.

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