OVERBOOK Meaning and
Definition
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Overbook is a transitive verb that refers to the act of accepting more reservations or appointments for a certain event or service than what can actually be accommodated or fulfilled. It primarily pertains to situations where the number of accepted reservations surpasses the available capacity or resources.
When an organization or service provider overbooks, it implies that they have been more liberal with their acceptances than the actual availability, often in anticipation of last-minute cancellations or no-shows. This practice can commonly occur in the travel and hospitality industry, including flights, hotels, restaurants, and tour packages.
Overbooking can lead to various challenges and inconveniences both for the service provider and the customers. It can result in situations where the available seats, rooms, or slots fall short to cater to all the reservations made. This may lead to a surplus of individuals or groups without proper accommodation, multiple bookings assigned to the same resource, or customers being turned away due to the lack of available options.
To counterbalance such situations, service providers may adopt measures like offering incentives for customers to voluntarily give up their reservations, finding alternative arrangements, or prioritizing reservations in a strategic manner. Managing overbookings effectively requires a delicate balance between accommodating the maximum number of reservations while ensuring a satisfactory experience for all customers.
Common Misspellings for OVERBOOK
Etymology of OVERBOOK
The word "overbook" is a compound word derived from the combination of "over" and "book".
The term "book" dates back to Old English (bōc) and has its roots in the Proto-Germanic word *bōkam, which originally meant "writing tablet" or "document". The word later evolved to refer to a written or printed work bound together.
The prefix "over-" in "overbook" implies excess or surpassing a limit. It is derived from the Old English word ofer, which means "over" or "above". In this context, "overbook" refers to a situation where more reservations or bookings are made than there are spaces or resources available.
Thus, when combined, "overbook" denotes the action of making more reservations or bookings than can be accommodated.
Conjugate verb Overbook
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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