supernumerary

Word parts

super- + numeral + -ary

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌsuːpəˈnjuːm(ə)r(ə)ri/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌsupɚˈn(j)uməˌrɛri/

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• Hyphenation: su‧per‧nu‧mer‧a‧ry, su‧per‧nu‧mer‧ary

Noun

Singular supernumerary

Plural supernumeraries

1. (countable) A supernumerary is a person who works in a group or public office without forming part of the regular staff.

Adjective

Positive supernumerary

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If A is supernumerary, it is greater in number than B.