Meaning of the word overload in English

What does overload mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

overload

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈloʊd/
UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈloʊd/

Verb

1.

to put too many things in or on something:

Example:
Don't overload the washing machine, or it won't get the clothes clean.

Noun

1.

the fact that something or someone is overloaded:

Example:
People today suffer from information overload (= being given too much information).
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