surcharge

Meanings

Noun

  • An addition of extra charge on the agreed or stated price.
  • The part of the price of a subsidized good or service that is not covered by the subsidy and so must be paid by the consumer.
  • An excessive price charged e.g. to an unsuspecting customer.
  • An overprint on a stamp that alters (usually raises) the original nominal value of the stamp; used especially in times of hyperinflation.
  • A painting in lighter enamel over a darker one that serves as the ground.
  • A charge that has been omitted from an account as payment of a credit to the charged party
  • A penalty for failure to exercise common prudence and skill in the performance of a fiduciary's duties.
  • An excessive load or burden.
  • The putting, by a commoner, of more animals on the common than he is entitled to.

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Origin

  • From Middle French surcharge, from Old French. Surface etymology is sur- + charge. supercharge.

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