surplus

US /ˈsɚpləs, -ˌplʌs/

UK /ˈsɜ:pləs/

B1

adjective

  • More than is needed or wanted
  • More than what is needed or used; excess.

noun

  • Extra amount of something above what you need
  • An amount of something left over when requirements have been met; an excess of production or supply over demand.
  • The amount by which income or receipts exceed outlays or expenditure.
  • Excess military equipment and supplies.