Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
residue
noun
/ˈrɛzɪdjuː/
Definition
A residue is a small amount of something that remains after the main part has been removed or dealt with.
Examples
- The residue of the chemical reaction was carefully collected for analysis.
- After the painting dried, there was a residue of paint left on the brush.
- The food left on the plate was just a residue of last night’s dinner.
Meaning
Residue refers to what is left behind after a process, often used in scientific or legal contexts.
Synonyms
- Remaining
- Leftover
- Remainder
- Deposit
- Remnant
