1. the outside or top layer of something
2. the flat top part of a table, desk, or other piece of furniture
3. the top layer of a body of water or the ground

1. to come up to or appear on the surface
2. to become known or visible

1. relating to or occurring on the surface; not deep or thorough

Examples

• The surface of the lake was perfectly calm.
• She cleaned the kitchen surface with a damp cloth.
• The submarine surfaced near the coast.
• New evidence has surfaced in the investigation.
• His surface charm hid a cruel personality.
• The rock had a rough, uneven surface.
• The whale surfaced to breathe.
• Problems began to surface after the merger.