workload

American  

[wurk-lohd] / ˈwɜrkˌloʊd /

Or work load

noun

1. the amount of work that a machine, employee, or group of employees can be or is expected to perform.

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workload British  

/ ˈwɜːkˌləʊd /

noun

1. the amount of work to be done, esp in a specified period by a person, machine, etc

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Etymology

Origin of workload

First recorded in 1940–45; work + load

Example Sentences

Several probation officers have privately conveyed concern over whether they'll be able to provide the support women with complex needs will require in the community - with their workload already said to be at maximum levels.

From BBC

He persuaded the mayor to hire an additional dozen lawyers to help with the workload.

From The Wall Street Journal

Combine that with the demands of new legislation and an increase in the reporting of historic sex offences, and you have a smaller workforce coping with a bigger workload.

From BBC

Hinojosa said three migration officers and three private guards typically worked in a single shift at the detention center, but that the workload from high numbers of migrants had increased.

From Reuters

"We are listening to teachers about the issues that affect them, which is why our offer also committed to reducing workload by five hours per week."

From BBC