Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exceed-the-number-of

phrase
ɪkˈsiːd ðə ˈnʌmbər əv
Definition
To go beyond a specified quantity or limit.
Examples
  • The number of participants will exceed the number of available seats.
  • Our production output has exceeded the number of units forecasted for this quarter.
  • If we exceed the number of allowed hours, we may face penalties.
Meaning
When something exceeds a particular number, it means there are more than that number present or accounted for.
Synonyms
  • surpass
  • outnumber
  • overcome