1. to supply with more of something than is needed or can be sold

1. an excessive supply of goods or materials

Examples

• The store overstocked winter coats and had to sell them at a discount.
• Many retailers overstocked during the holiday season.
• The warehouse manager was careful not to overstock perishable items.
• The company’s overstock of electronics led to significant losses.
• They sold their overstock to discount retailers.
• The overstock sale attracted many bargain hunters.
• Management decided to reduce overstock by improving demand forecasting.