Overbuild

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈbɪɫd/

Overbuild (verb)

  1. To build more than is needed, so there is not enough demand to use all the buildings or space.
  2. To create production or facilities at a level higher than the market can support, causing waste or losses.

Examples

  • They overbuild the area, and the streets feel crowded.
  • The company overbuilds, so maintenance costs rise quickly.