supernumerary

adjective
/ˌsuːpərˈnuːmərɛri/

Meaning

Exceeding the usual number; extra or unnecessary.

Example Sentences

The play included several supernumerary actors to fill the background scenes.

Synonyms

extra, surplus, additional, redundant, excessive

Antonyms

essential, necessary, required

Collocations

supernumerary staff, supernumerary actors, supernumerary teeth, supernumerary post

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