LookItUpremnant
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈrɛmnənt/ · UK /ˈremnənt/
Forms: remnants
remnant means: A small part that remains after most of something has disappeared, been used, or been removed.
noun
A small part that remains after most of something has disappeared, been used, or been removed.
- Only a remnant of the forest survives.
- They found remnants of a meal on the table.
- Her accent is the last remnant of her childhood abroad.
A short piece of cloth left at the end of a roll.
- She made a bag from a fabric remnant.
- These cotton remnants are perfect for patchwork.
- Only a small remnant remained on the roll.
A leftover end piece of cloth, carpet, or similar material offered for sale.
- We bought a cheap carpet remnant.
- The shop sells remnants at half price.
- A ribbon remnant was enough to decorate the box.
Questions about remnant
What does remnant mean?
A small part that remains after most of something has disappeared, been used, or been removed.
What is remnant in other languages?
Türkçe: kalıntı · Español: resto · Français: reste · Deutsch: Rest · Italiano: resto · 日本語: 残り
How do you pronounce remnant?
In American English /ˈrɛmnənt/; in British English /ˈremnənt/.
How do you use remnant in a sentence?
Only a remnant of the forest survives. They found remnants of a meal on the table.
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