Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

residuals

noun

/rɪˈzɪdjuəlz/

Definition

Residuals are the amounts left over after the main part has been dealt with or used up.

Examples

The residuals from the experiment indicated that certain variables were not accounted for.
In finance, the residuals can represent the leftover funds after major expenses are calculated.
During the cleaning process, the residuals left behind required further attention.

Meaning

In various contexts, residuals refer to what remains after the primary parts or components have been considered or removed. This term is often used in statistical analysis, finance, and environmental studies.