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LEFTOVER
leftover, left over, left, odd, remaining, unexpended
(adjective) not used up; “leftover meatloaf”; “she had a little money left over so she went to a movie”; “some odd dollars left”; “saved the remaining sandwiches for supper”; “unexpended provisions”
leftover, remnant
(noun) a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
leftover (not comparable)
Remaining; left behind; extra; in reserve.
Usage notes
• When used after a verb (as part of a predicate phrase), use two separate words
Noun
leftover (plural leftovers)
Something left behind; an excess or remainder.
(chiefly, in the plural, usually, of food) Remaining after a meal is complete or eaten for a later meal or snack.
Source: Wiktionary
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