overhead

³over·head

noun \ˈō-vər-ˌhed\

Definition of OVERHEAD

1

: business expenses (as rent, insurance, or heating) not chargeable to a particular part of the work or product

2

: ceiling; especially : the ceiling of a ship's compartment

3

: a stroke in a racket game made above head height : smash

Examples of OVERHEAD

1. Her company has very little overhead.

First Known Use of OVERHEAD

1914

Other Business Terms

amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, perquisite