verb (used with object), o·ver·with·held, o·ver·with·hold·ing.
- to withhold too much.
- to deduct (an amount in withholding tax) in excess of the tax to be paid.
verb (used without object), o·ver·with·held, o·ver·with·hold·ing.
- to withhold oneself excessively.
- to deduct too much withholding tax.