excess
noun
- 1
The state of surpassing or going beyond limits; the being of a measure beyond sufficiency, necessity, or duty; that which exceeds what is usual or proper
“The excess of heavy water was given away to the neighbouring country.”
- 2
The degree or amount by which one thing or number exceeds another; remainder.
“The difference between two numbers is the excess of one over the other.”
- 3
An undue indulgence of the appetite; transgression of proper moderation in natural gratifications; intemperance; dissipation.
- 4
Spherical excess, the amount by which the sum of the three angles of a spherical triangle exceeds two right angles. The spherical excess is proportional to the area of the triangle.
- 5
A condition on an insurance policy by which the insured pays for a part of the claim.
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verb
- 1
To declare (an employee) surplus to requirements, such that he or she might not be given work.
adjective
- 1
More than is normal, necessary or specified.
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