1. Verb
To work beyond the strength; to cause to labor too much or too long; to tire excessively; as, to overwork a horse.
2. Verb
To fill too full of work; to crowd with labor.
3. Verb
To decorate all over.
4. Verb
To work too much, or beyond one's strength.
5. Noun
Work in excess of the usual or stipulated time or quantity; extra work; also, excessive labor.
6. Noun
the act of working too much or too long; "he became ill from overwork"
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