6:2 Superfluous

When and Where I Found It:  I actually used this word in a conversation with my mom a few days ago.  While I can't remember the exact situation, I think I was asking her if I should delete a minor detail from a piece of writing.  I asked her if the detail was "superfluous."

What It Means:  According to dictionary.com, superfluous means "being more than is sufficient or required; excessive" or "unnecessary or needless."  I'm still trying to determine which definition is more appropriate to the context in which I was using the word.  Since I was asking my mom if I should remove the detail, my initial reaction was to go with the first definition, because I was considering removing a detail that delves further into an issue in my writing piece.  However, the detail could be "unnecessary or needless," which would lead me to believe the second definition is more appropriate in this circumstance.  
Superfluous. (adj.)  In dictionary.com  Retrieved from http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/superfluous

Level of Familiarity:  Prior to using this word in my conversation, I have been exposed to the word through print, and I may have also heard the word used in conversation once or twice.  In spite of these limited experiences, I did know the correct definition of the word and how to use it properly in the given situation.

Do I Want to Know This Word Well and Why?  Yes, I want to know this word well, because I have already had some occasion to use it in conversation.  I enjoy knowing the definition of the word and knowing that I can use this word when appropriate.  In addition, I think this word is fun to say, so having a thorough sense of its definition will aid me in using this word in conversation whenever possible.

Do I Think Others Should Know This Word Well...If So, Who and Why?  I think that others should know this word well, if for no other reason than to be able to understand when this word is used in conversation.  While it's not a word I hear entirely often, it is still used occasionally and would be beneficial for others to know.