surplus
English
/ˈsɝˌplʌs/, /ˈsɜːpləs/
noun
Definitions
- That which remains when use or need is satisfied, or when a limit is reached; excess; overplus.
- Specifically, an amount in the public treasury at any time greater than is required for the ordinary purposes of the government.
- (legal) The remainder of a fund appropriated for a particular purpose.
- (legal) assets left after liabilities and debts, including capital stock have been deducted.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English surplus derived from Middle French surplus.
Origin
Middle French
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