remnant — a small remaining quantity of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small remaining quantity of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈremnənt/
Example Sentences
- My mom turned fabric remnants into a beautiful patchwork quilt that looked better than expensive designer blankets.
- The only remnant of my diet plan is an empty salad bowl and a guilty conscience.
- Archaeological teams discovered remnants of an ancient civilization buried under the modern city.
remnant
NOUN[/ˈremnənt/]
a small remaining quantity of something
A single remnant of the old castle wall still stands in the wheat field.
The last tenant watches the remnant of a pennant.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'remanant' (remaining), derived from Latin 'remanere' meaning 'to remain' or 'stay behind,' composed of 're-' (back) and 'manere' (to stay).
Breakdown
re- (back) + man (stay) + -ant (one who) = remnant (that which remains)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom turned fabric remnants into a beautiful patchwork quilt that looked better than expensive designer blankets.”
“The only remnant of my diet plan is an empty salad bowl and a guilty conscience.”
“Archaeological teams discovered remnants of an ancient civilization buried under the modern city.”
“After the garage sale, only a few remnants of their 20-year collection remained unsold.”
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