overlabour

/ˌoʊvərˈlæbər/

Definitions

1. noun

excessive or unnecessary work; overwork

“The long hours of overtime were a form of overlabour that took a toll on his health.”

2. verb

to work too hard or excessively; overwork

“He has been overlabouring for months and needs to take a break.”

Synonyms

  • exertion
  • overwork

Antonyms

  • leisure
  • underwork