verb (used with object), o·ver·used, o·ver·us·ing.
- to use too much or too often: to overuse an expression.
noun
- excessive use: to strain one’s voice through overuse.
n.also over-use, 1862, from over- + use (n.).
verb (used with object), o·ver·used, o·ver·us·ing.
noun
n.also over-use, 1862, from over- + use (n.).