leftovers
1 synonym for leftovers, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Food that remains uneaten after a meal and is kept to be eaten later.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
scraps
How to use leftovers
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
reheat the leftovers
eat the leftovers
fridge full of leftovers
turkey leftovers
It is an everyday, neutral word.
Etymology
Leftovers is the plural form of leftover.
Full origin of leftovers →Frequently asked questions
What are leftovers?
Leftovers are the food that is not eaten at a meal and is saved for later.
Is leftovers singular or plural?
Leftovers is the plural of leftover. It is normally used in the plural when talking about food.
Can you freeze leftovers?
Many cooked foods can be frozen, but it depends on the dish, so check storage advice for the particular food.
