overtime

[oh-ver-tahym, oh-ver-tahym]

noun

1. working time before or after one's regularly scheduled working hours; extra working time.

2. pay for such time (straight time ).

3. time in excess of a prescribed period.

4. Sports.,  an additional period of play for deciding the winner of a game in which the contestants are tied at the end of the regular playing period.

adverb

1. during overtime.

   to work overtime.

adjective

1. of or for overtime.

   overtime pay.

verb (used with object)

overtimed, overtiming 

1. to give too much time to (a photographic exposure).

overtime

noun

1. 1. work at a regular job done in addition to regular working hours

   2. ( as modifier )

      overtime pay

2. the rate of pay established for such work

3. time in excess of a set period

4. sport extra time

adverb

1. beyond the regular or stipulated time

verb

1. (tr) to exceed the required time for (a photographic exposure)

Word History and Origins

Origin of overtime¹

First recorded in 1530–40; over- + time

Example Sentences

He said sickness, grievances, overtime and the use of devices would be examined to identify officers of concern.

From BBC

Meanwhile, other companies are continuing to tell their employees to remain at home with the hours they are not working to be "banked", to be offset against holidays or overtime at a later date.

From BBC

Tensions between ownership and workers kickstarted in April 2023, when Pantry workers filed a lawsuit alleging unpaid wages for overtime, and rest and meal breaks.

From Los Angeles Times

His brother, Anthony, served as Centennial’s interim coach two weeks ago against Santa Margarita, and the Catalano brothers almost pulled off a victory in overtime.

From Los Angeles Times

Adrid passed for 3,732 yards and 51 touchdowns last fall and led the Pirates to the City Open Division title game, where they were stunned by Marine League rival Banning in overtime.

From Los Angeles Times