paper that is manufactured exceeding what is ordered, usually acceptable within certain tolerances based on the size of the order
the portion of a print run that exceeds the quantity specified in the order.
Additional copies of a publication or other printed material that are produced in excess of those needed for distribution. Overruns are typically produced to meet additional needs or unexpected demand, or sometimes in the context of compensation. Beginning| Back to O| Go to Q| End
extra first-quality apparel items that were produced by a manufacturer but not ordered by retailers.
Quantities of matchcovers that are in addition to the regular or usual quantity of ordered matchcovers. Overruns are usually handled by jobbers or may be purchased, at a reduced price, by the original customer. (See Jobber).
The quantity of items produced over the quantity that was originally ordered. Also referred to as any paper spoiled in the process of printing.