/ˈsɜːkrʊ/ (sur-KROO)

Definitions

1. verb

to rise or flow back to the surface, especially of a liquid that has been submerged

“The water surcrues to the top of the dam after the heavy rainfall.”

2. noun

a flow or movement of water back to the surface, especially after a period of submersion

“The surcrue from the flooded area has caused a significant increase in water levels downstream.”