Overtime: meaning, definitions and examples

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overtime

[ ˈoʊvərˌtaɪm ]

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work

time worked in addition to regular working hours

Synonyms

additional hours, extra hours, extra time

Examples of usage

He is paid extra for working overtime on weekends.
The project deadline was extended due to the need for overtime work.

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sports

additional time added to a game when the score is tied at the end of regular time

Synonyms

extended play, extra time, sudden death

Examples of usage

The match went into overtime before the winning goal was scored.
The team scored a last-minute goal to force the game into overtime.

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finance

denoting payment at a higher rate than usual

Synonyms

bonus pay, extra pay, premium pay

Examples of usage

He received an overtime bonus for his exceptional performance.
The company offered overtime pay for employees working during holidays.

Translations

Translations of the word "overtime" in other languages:

🇵🇹 horas extras

🇮🇳 अतिरिक्त समय

🇩🇪 Überstunden

🇮🇩 lembur

🇺🇦 понаднормовий час

🇵🇱 nadgodziny

🇯🇵 時間外労働

🇫🇷 heures supplémentaires

🇪🇸 horas extra

🇹🇷 fazla mesai

🇰🇷 초과 근무

🇸🇦 العمل الإضافي

🇨🇿 přesčas

🇸🇰 nadčas

🇨🇳 加班

🇸🇮 nadure

🇮🇸 yfirvinna

🇰🇿 артық жұмыс

🇬🇪 ზედმეტი საათები

🇦🇿 əlavə iş vaxtı

🇲🇽 horas extra

Word origin

The term 'overtime' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'over' and 'time' to refer to work done beyond regular hours. It has since evolved to encompass extended play in various contexts, such as sports and finance. The concept of overtime reflects the flexibility and compensation associated with additional effort or playtime.