Overcrowd (verb)

1. To fill a place with too many people or things, causing it to be cramped and uncomfortable.
2. To exceed the capacity of a place, especially a room, building, or area.

Origin:

The word 'overcrowd' is derived from the adjective 'over' meaning 'too much' and the verb 'crowd' meaning 'to fill a place with people or things'. it has been in use since the 19th century.

Examples:

1. The concert was overcrowded and many people were left outside.
2. The small room was quickly overcrowded with people trying to escape the rain.
3. The city is facing a major problem of overcrowding in its schools.
4. The prison is severely overcrowded and conditions are unsanitary.
5. The new housing development has overcrowded the small town and caused traffic problems.