overload
//ˌoʊ.vɚˈloʊd//
Verb
overloadInfinitive
overloadPresent tense
overloadedPast tense
overloadedPast participle
overloadingPresent participle
overloadsThird-person singular
1
To put too great a load or burden on something or someone.
Don't overload the washing machine with too many clothes.
2
To supply with too much electric current, causing damage or malfunction.
Plugging too many devices into one outlet can overload the circuit.
3
To give someone too much work, information, or responsibility.
Don't overload your employees with too many tasks at once.
Noun
overloadSingular
overloadsPlural
1
An excessive amount or quantity of something.
There is an overload of information on the internet.
2
An excessive load of electric current in a circuit.
The circuit breaker tripped due to an overload.