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US /ˈoʊvɚˌplʌs/ UK /ˈəʊvəplʌs/

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1 noun · an amount beyond what is... surplusexcessremainder
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Related forms overage

Etymology

Formed from over- + plus, with plus entering English through Anglo-Norman and Middle French from Latin plus ("more"). The compound literally denotes what remains over and above the required amount.

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