What does "overloading" mean?

A type of polymorphism, where different functions, operators or variables with the same name are invoked based on the data types of the parameters passed.

What is a synonym for "overloading"?

Common synonyms include: overburden, blow up, adorn, bale, bear hard upon, burden.

How do you pronounce "overloading"?

Pronounced //ˈoʊ.vɚloʊ.diŋ//.

Overloading

//ˈoʊ.vɚloʊ.diŋ// noun, verb

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Definitions

Noun

1
A type of polymorphism, where different functions, operators or variables with the same name are invoked based on the data types of the parameters passed. countable, uncountable
"I guess we need to adapt to even more overloadings, since symbolophobia is part of Ada culture."
2
The loading of a vehicle etc. with too heavy a weight. countable, uncountable
"Operators can be fined for overloading of vehicles."