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Definition excess in American English

excess adjective

adjective
/ˈekˌses/
1

more than is usual or necessary

Example

Drain off any excess liquid.

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2

an excess amount of money is an extra amount that you pay

Example

Passengers traveling on to Buffalo will be required to pay an excess fare of $30.

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Definition excess in American English