Old English oferdon "to do too much," from ofer (see over) + don (see do (v.)). Common Germanic (for example Old High German ubartuan). Meaning "to overtax, exhaust" (especially in phrase to overdo it) is attested from 1817. Of food, "to cook too long," first recorded 1680s (in past participle adjective overdone).
中文解释
1、over- "too much, above normal" + do.
实用例句
1. It is important never to overdo new exercises.
重要的是，不要过度练习新学的动作。
来自柯林斯例句
2. Do not overdo your privilege of reproving me.
不要过分使用责备我的特权.
来自《简明英汉词典》
3. The taxi drivers' association is urging its members, who can work as many hours as they want, not to overdo it.
出租车司机协会劝告那些工作时长不受限制的会员不要疲劳驾驶。
来自柯林斯例句
4. Versatility is another of your strong points, but don't overdo it by having too many irons in the fire.
你还有一个长处是多才多艺, 但不要揽事太多而太露锋芒.
来自《现代汉英综合大词典》
5. You do need a staff - so long as you don't overdo it.