multitasking

noun

mul·​ti·​task·​ing ˈməl-tē-ˌta-skiŋ 

-ˌtī-

often attributive

1

: the concurrent performance of several jobs by a computer

2

: the performance of multiple tasks at one time

The job requires a person who is good at multitasking.

multitask

ˈməl-tē-ˌtask 

-ˌtī-

intransitive verb

Examples of multitasking in a Sentence

The job requires someone who is good at multitasking.

Recent Examples on the Web

Key workplace factors undermining desire include constant connectivity, performing emotional labor, relentless multitasking, experiencing burnout, and failing to take genuine breaks. — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026

With the stakes so high and everyone watching, the modern World Cup referee must have exceptional multitasking, communications and management skills. — Eric Zillmer, The Conversation, 18 June 2026

Google says this interface is ideal for quick multitasking or chatting with Gemini while looking at other content. — ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026

True multitasking, the kind supertaskers can do, is a rare neurological trait. — Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for multitasking

• asking
• basking
• masking
• tasking
• unmasking

Kids Definition

multitasking

noun

mul·​ti·​task·​ing -ˌtas-kiŋ 

: the performance of multiple tasks at one time especially by a computer

multitask

-ˌtask 

verb