Old French · prefix
sur-
over, in addition
Words sharing this root
surchargeAn extra fee added to a usual price or charge.surcingleA strap encircling a body to secure a covering.surfaceThe exposed outer layer.surfeitAn excess beyond what is needed or wanted.surmiseA guess based on incomplete evidence, or to make such a guess.surmountTo rise above an obstacle.surrenderTo relinquish control or resistance.surtaxAn extra tax added to an existing tax.