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/ɛksˈsɛs ˈwɔtər/ · excess.wa·ter
noun
  1. Water that exceeds the capacity of a container or system. The excess water from the flooded field had to be pumped out before the crops could be saved.
  2. Water that is in excess of what is needed or required. The excess water in the reservoir was released downstream to prevent flooding.
Did you know? The phrase 'excess water' is commonly used in engineering and environmental contexts to describe situations where water exceeds its intended capacity, often leading to flooding or other issues.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 30, 2026