Definition of surpluses:
(n) :
That which remains when use or need is satisfied, or when a limit is reached; excess; overplus; overage.
(adj) :
Being or constituting a surplus; more than sufficient.
(n) :
Specifically, an amount in the public treasury at any time greater than is required for the ordinary purposes of the government.
(n) :
(law) The remainder of a fund appropriated for a particular purpose.
(n) :
(law) assets left after liabilities and debts, including capital stock have been deducted.
(v) :
(transitive) To treat as surplus to requirements; to sell off or dismiss from employment, etc.