Spillover
(noun)
- An overflow or excess that goes beyond normal or desirable limits.
- The transfer or spread of a phenomenon or condition from one area or situation to another.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from spill + over.
Examples:
- The spillover of water from the basin onto the floor was due to a leak.
- The spillover of people from the overcrowded train onto the platform caused a delay.
- The spillover of conflict from one country to another was a concern.
- The spillover of oil from the damaged tanker into the ocean was a disaster.
- The spillover of excitement from the concert into the streets was palpable.