surplus
/ˈsɜːpləs//ˈsɝpləs/
noun
- 1
That which remains when use or need is satisfied, or when a limit is reached; excess; overplus.
- 2
Specifically, an amount in the public treasury at any time greater than is required for the ordinary purposes of the government.
- 3
The remainder of a fund appropriated for a particular purpose.
- 4
Assets left after liabilities and debts, including capital stock have been deducted.
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To treat as surplus to requirements, to sell off.
adjective
- 1
Being or constituting a surplus; more than sufficient
“It is surplus to our needs”
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