Residue
Definition
(noun) A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used
Examples
“There remained a residue of doubt in his mind after the conversation.”
“Residue on the mug came off with hot water.”
“She wiped the residue from the counter before lunch.”
“After the fireworks, residue covered the driveway.”
“You can still smell the coffee residue in that old thermos.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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