surplus
//ˈsɜːrpləs//
Noun
surplusSingular
surplusesPlural
1
An amount of something left over when requirements have been met; an excess of production or supply over demand.
The country has a surplus of wheat this year.
2
The excess of income or assets over expenditure or liabilities in a given period.
The company reported a budget surplus of $2 million this quarter.
Adjective
surplusCanonical form
1
More than what is needed or used; excess.
The company sold its surplus equipment at a discount.