Everyday Life

Leftovers

ˈleftoʊvərz

noun

What does Leftovers mean?

Uneaten food saved for later.

Example sentence

"We had leftovers from Thanksgiving for days."

American usage tip

Asking for a to-go box for leftovers is normal, not rude.

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