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residuum

/ˈrɛsɪdjuːəm/ noun · British & US
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What does residuum mean?

noun

The remaining part of something after the main part has been removed or used; a residue. A remaining part or quantity of something.

Example

"The residuum of the chemical reaction was analyzed to determine its composition."

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