surplus

/ˈsɜːpləs//ˈsɝpləs/

noun

  1. 1

    That which remains when use or need is satisfied, or when a limit is reached; excess; overplus.

  2. 2

    Specifically, an amount in the public treasury at any time greater than is required for the ordinary purposes of the government.

  3. 3

    The remainder of a fund appropriated for a particular purpose.

  4. 4

    Assets left after liabilities and debts, including capital stock have been deducted.

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verb

  1. 1

    To treat as surplus to requirements, to sell off.

adjective

  1. 1

    Being or constituting a surplus; more than sufficient

    It is surplus to our needs

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