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Meaning of surplus

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

surplus

Pronunciation:/ˈsɜːpləs//ˈsɝpləs/

noun

Definitions

  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.

verb

Definitions

  1. To treat as surplus to requirements, to sell off.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Being or constituting a surplus; more than sufficient

    Example: It is surplus to our needs