overload

//ˌoʊ.vɚˈloʊd//
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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.

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