Synonyms for

Leftovers

Verb / ˈleˌftəʊvɜ:z / Another word for leftovers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Leftovers are food that remains uneaten after a meal.

Synonyms & similar words

remnant leftover remnants residue scraps surplus excess balance remainder relics vestiges remains leavings survivals spare extra unused remaining superfluous redundant unconsumed

Synonyms by register

Formal

remains residue surplus

Informal

scraps bits doggy bag

Literary

aftermath vestiges

Antonyms

beginning start origin source foundation commencement

Common collocations

  • leftovers from dinner
  • save the leftovers
  • eat the leftovers
  • leftovers in the fridge
  • cold leftovers
  • leftovers for lunch
  • leftovers from the party

Word family

noun leftover

Usage note

Leftovers typically refers to food remaining after a meal. It is generally used in informal contexts and can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation of being less desirable than the original meal.

Example sentences

  1. I always make sure to save the leftovers for later.
  2. My mom put the leftovers in a container and stored it in the fridge.
  3. We had so many leftovers from Thanksgiving dinner that we had to freeze some of it.
  4. I don't like eating leftovers that have been in the fridge for too long.
  5. Leftovers are a great way to save money and reduce food waste.

Quotes

  • Leftovers in their less visible form are called memories. Stored in the refrigerator of the mind and the cupboard of the heart.
  • Leftovers are just part of a balanced diet: Mexican, Italian, and Chinese.
  • Leftovers are like a treasure map to your past self.

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