adjective
remaining
Still left after others have gone or been used.
She packs the remaining sandwiches into a container for tomorrow.
Etymology
The Latin verb means to stay behind. Remaining identifies what is still present after other things have departed or been removed.
More examples
- We use the remaining time to check our answers.
- The remaining guests help us clean up.
- Your remaining balance is due next Friday.
Forms
remaining
remain verb — To stay or be left behind.
Similar words
- leftover
- Usually describes something unused after a meal or activity.
- residual
- Describes an amount persisting after removal, treatment, or change.