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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

leftover

/ˈlɛftoʊvər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does leftover mean?

noun, verb

Something that remains after a process or event, especially food that is not eaten during a meal. To leave something behind, especially food, after a meal.

Example

"She decided to use the leftover turkey to make sandwiches for lunch."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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