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Meaning of leftover

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

leftover

noun

Definitions

  1. Something left behind; an excess or remainder.

    Example: It's a leftover from yesterday, but it's still perfectly good.

  2. (chiefly in the plural, usually of food) Remaining after a meal is complete or eaten for a later meal or snack.

    Example: Not leftovers again!

adjective

Definitions

  1. Remaining; left behind; extra; in reserve.

    Example: Do you want some of the leftover supplies from the event?