What is "overissue"

Overissue \O"ver*is"sue\, n. An excessive issue; an issue, as of notes or bonds, exceeding the limit of capital, credit, or authority.

An overissue of government paper.
--Brougham.

Overissue \O`ver*is"sue\, v. t. To issue in excess.

n. The act of so overissuing vb. (context economics English) To issue shares or banknotes to an extent beyond the ability to pay, or in excess of authorization