overtime
UK: ˈəʊvətaɪm | US: ˈoʊvərtaɪm
n. time worked beyond the standard hours
n. additional payment for extra hours worked
adj. exceeding the usual or scheduled time
The word "overtime" combines "over," from Old English "ofer" (meaning "above" or "beyond"), and "time," from Old English "tīma" (referring to a measurable period). The term emerged in the 19th century in labor contexts, originally describing work hours extending beyond the standard workday. Its logical progression reflects industrialization's need to quantify and compensate extra labor.
She earned extra money by working overtime last week.
The game went into overtime after a tied score.
Overtime pay is mandatory for hours exceeding 40 per week.
The project deadline forced the team to put in overtime.
His overtime efforts were recognized with a bonus.