adj
overloaded
adj
1
Carrying or holding more than it should.
"The overloaded shelf finally gave way."
2
In programming, having several different meanings or behaviours depending on context.
"The function is overloaded so it can accept either a string or a number."
How to Use Overloaded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCarrying too much — physically, mentally, or (in computing) having multiple meanings depending on how it's used.
Common pairings
overloaded circuit
overloaded schedule
overloaded function
Word Forms
more overloaded comparative, most overloaded superlative
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