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residue
[rez-i-doo, -dyoo]
noun
something that remains after a part is removed, disposed of, or used; remainder; rest; remnant.
Synonyms:Chemistry.
an atom or group of atoms considered as a group or part of a molecule.
that part remaining as a solid on a filter paper after a liquid passes through in the filtration procedure.
Law.the part of a testator's estate that remains after the payment of all debts, charges, special devises, and bequests.
Mathematics.
the coefficient of the term with exponent −1 in a Laurent series of a function of a complex variable.
a number related to a given number by a congruence.
residue
/ ˈɛɪˌː /
noun
matter remaining after something has been removed
law what is left of an estate after the discharge of debts and distribution of specific gifts
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of residue1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Archival interests among artists may be residue of our tumultuously evolving digital age.
"The residue of that in football is the very few one-club stars."
The lawsuit alleges that the buildup of unburned gunpowder residue, lead and other combustible material caused the deadly explosion.
Because of the region’s geography, much of that toxic ash and residue eventually flushed into the ocean.
This is compounded by soot from massive forest fires - which are increasing due to a longer dry season - and the burning of crop residues after the harvest by farmers in northern India, Pakistan and Nepal.
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