residue
Americannoun
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something that remains after a part is removed, disposed of, or used; remainder; rest; remnant.
- Synonyms:
- residuum
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Chemistry.
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an atom or group of atoms considered as a group or part of a molecule.
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that part remaining as a solid on a filter paper after a liquid passes through in the filtration procedure.
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Law. the part of a testator's estate that remains after the payment of all debts, charges, special devises, and bequests.
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Mathematics.
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the coefficient of the term with exponent −1 in a Laurent series of a function of a complex variable.
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a number related to a given number by a congruence.
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noun
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matter remaining after something has been removed
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law what is left of an estate after the discharge of debts and distribution of specific gifts
Related Words
See remainder.
Etymology
Origin of residue
1300–50; Middle English from Middle French residu from Latin residuum “what is left over”; residual
Example Sentences
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Looking ahead, the researchers intend to explore other uses for native bee honey as a solvent in ultrasound-assisted extraction, including processing additional plant residues.
From Science Daily
Residents said a brown residue was then found coating their homes.
From Barron's
The insurance department contends the complaint process has resulted in the reversal of claim denials, increased payouts and agreements in individual cases to test for the toxic residues of wildfire smoke.
From Los Angeles Times
Andrew says the "worst offenders" include cereal, scrambled eggs, or starchy food with protein-heavy residues.
From BBC
“If she doesn’t, it’ll be a little more difficult for her. It’s not irreparable. But there will be a residue to this.”
From Los Angeles Times
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