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The word 外溢 is constructed by directly combining the character 外, meaning "outside" or "external", with 溢, meaning "overflow" or "spill". This combination yields a literal sense of "overflowing outward", typically referring to effects that extend beyond their original limits.

Word Definition - 外溢

wài yì (of liquid) to spill out; to overflow; (of gas) to leak out; (fig.) to spill over; to spread (to new areas); (fig.) (of wealth etc) to drain; to flow outward (esp. overseas); (fig.) (of talent) to show; to be revealed

Individual Character Details

外 wài
溢 yì