Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leavings
noun
/ˈliːvɪŋz/
Definition
The remnants or leftovers from something, often used to refer to discarded or leftover materials.
Examples
- After the party, there were many leavings on the table.
- He collected the leavings from the construction site to recycle the materials.
- She didn’t want to eat the leavings from last night’s dinner.
Meaning
Leavings refer to the things that remain after a part has been taken away or consumed. It can denote scraps or remnants of food, materials, or any substance that is no longer needed.
Synonyms
- leftovers
- remnants
- scraps
- discarded items
