Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

oversale

verb

/ˌoʊvərˈseɪl/

Definition

The act of selling too many units of an item or service beyond its limit.

Examples

The airline had to cancel several flights due to an oversale of tickets.
The restaurant experienced an oversale during the holiday rush, resulting in longer wait times for diners.
After an oversale of the new gadget, the company struggled to replenish its stock in time.

Meaning

Oversale refers to the situation where a company or seller accepts orders for more goods or services than they can fulfill, leading to a potential inability to meet customer demands.