overtime

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊvɚˌtaɪm/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Working time outside of one's regular hours.

Example Sentences
  • Workers are usually paid extra for working overtime.
2 Definition

The rate of pay, usually higher, for work done outside of or in addition to regular hours.

3 Definition

An extra period of play when a contest has a tie score at the end of regulation. (British: extra time.)

Example Sentences
  • That last-second shot ties the game 99-99 and sends it to overtime!
Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To measure something incorrectly, as taking more time than it actually did.

Adverb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Exceeding regular working hours.

2 Definition

Beyond the normal or usual extent.