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leftover

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for leftover, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Remaining after the rest has been used or eaten.

How to use leftover

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

leftover food leftover pizza reheat the leftovers

Etymology

Formed from left ("remaining") plus over ("extra, in excess").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “leftover” mean?

The word “leftover” means remaining after the rest has been used or eaten. In plain terms, something extra that's left after the main portion is used, especially food.

How do you use “leftover” in a sentence?

Here is “leftover” used in a sentence: “She used the leftover vegetables to make a soup.”

What part of speech is “leftover”?

Depending on how it is used, “leftover” can be an adjective and a noun.

Is “leftover” a common word?

“Leftover” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “leftover” have?

“Leftover” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: remaining after the rest has been used or eaten.

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