spillover

• Nom désignant un effet indirect ou une conséquence, notamment en économie, résultant d'une action, d'une dépense publique ou d'un phénomène se propageant au-delà de son cadre initial.

A noun referring to an indirect effect or consequence, especially in economics, resulting from public expenditure or other actions.

1. Indirect economic effectC1formal

   An indirect effect of public expenditure or economic activity that affects other sectors or regions.

   Effet de retombée économique

   • The new highway project had a positive spillover on local businesses.
   • Government investment in education creates a spillover effect on the economy.
   • The spillover from the tax cuts was felt across multiple industries.

   Synonymesexternalityknock-on effectspin-off

2. Overflow or excessB2formal

   Something that overflows or spreads beyond its intended limits.

   débordement, retombée

   • The spillover from the protest affected nearby streets.
   • There was a spillover of water from the overflowing tank.
   • The spillover of tourists into the small village caused congestion.

   Synonymesexcessglutoverabundanceoverflowsurfeitsurplus