Definition and meaning of English word "overtime"
overtime
/ˈoʊvərtaɪm/
How to use
The term 'overtime' refers to work done outside of regular hours. It is often used in the context of employment and can be a contentious issue if not properly managed. A common mistake is to say 'work overtime' instead of 'work overtime hours' or simply 'put in overtime'.
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overtime
Example
Workers are usually paid extra for working overtime.
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Common phrases
- work overtime— work overtime
- get overtime pay— get overtime pay
- put in overtime— put in overtime
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Frequency rank: #1036 in English
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The English word "overtime" means "overtime" in English.
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