Workload
/ˈwɜːrkləʊd/
Definitions
- (n.) The amount of work assigned to or expected from a person or organization during a specific period.
The manager adjusted the employees' workload to prevent burnout.
- (n.) The total computing tasks or processing demands on a system.
The server's workload increased during peak hours, causing delays.
Forms
- workloads
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Commentary
Commonly used in employment and computing contexts; clarify context to avoid ambiguity.
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