Meaning of the word overspill in English
What does overspill mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
overspill
US /ˈoʊ.vɚ.spɪl/
UK /ˈəʊ.və.spɪl/
Noun
1.
the excess of something that overflows or cannot be contained
Example:
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The dam could not hold the sudden overspill of water.
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The city experienced an overspill of tourists during the festival.
2.
people moving from an overcrowded area to another area
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The new town was built to accommodate the overspill from the capital.
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We had to open an extra room for the overspill of guests.