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overtime

/ˈoʊvərˌtaɪm/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does overtime mean?

noun, verb

Time worked by an employee beyond the normal working hours, usually paid at a higher rate. To continue working beyond the normal hours of an activity or event.

Example

"The employee worked overtime to meet the project deadline."

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