overload
verb [ T ]
uk/ˌəʊvəˈləʊd/ usto give something or someone too much work:
Many companies limit personal downloads so that they don't overload the computer system.
We are doing our best in a highly competitive environment with an overloaded staff.
to put too many things in or on something:
The company had overloaded the truck, which was illegal.
overload sth with sth His desk is overloaded with papers and books.
to put too much electricity through an electrical system:
Avoid overloading outlets and extension cords.
overload
noun [ U or S ]
uk/ˈəʊvələʊd/ ustoo much of something:
an overload of sth There is an overload of factors that confront consumers in the marketplace.
Investors are already swamped with information and there is a serious danger of overload.
See also
information overload
work overload