Noun: overspill 'ow-vu(r),spil
- The occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity
"Heavy rains caused overspill in the river, flooding nearby fields";
- overflow, runoff
- The relocation of people from overcrowded cities; they are accommodated in new houses or apartments in smaller towns
"The overspill from London led to the development of new towns"
Derived forms: overspills
Type of: flow, flowing, move, relocation
Encyclopedia: Overspill