residue — a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈrezɪduː/
Korean meaning: 잔여물, 찌꺼기, 나머지
Korean pronunciation: **레**지듀
Example Sentences
- The detective found gunpowder residue on the suspect's hands.
- My roommate always leaves toothpaste residue in the sink, driving me crazy!
- The wine glass had lipstick residue from the previous customer.
residue
NOUN//ˈrezɪduː//
a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used
Stubborn food residue remains in the pot despite thorough scrubbing
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Every residue holds true value, even on tissue
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Origin
From Latin 'residuum', derived from 'residuus' meaning 'remaining' or 'left over', which comes from the verb 'residere' (to remain or sit back).
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“The detective found gunpowder residue on the suspect's hands.”
“My roommate always leaves toothpaste residue in the sink, driving me crazy!”
“The wine glass had lipstick residue from the previous customer.”
“After eating the spicy ramen, there was a fiery residue of pain in my mouth.”
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