Meaning & Definition of Remnant in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A part that is left after the main part has been removed or destroyed.

  Example Sentence: The last remnant of the ancient wall could still be seen.

• Definition: A surviving trace or vestige.

  Example Sentence: They found remnants of the old civilization in the ruins.

• Definition: A piece of fabric left over after the main pieces have been cut out.

  Example Sentence: She bought a remnant of silk to make a scarf.

• Definition: A leftover or something that remains.

  Example Sentence: There were only remnants of the meal left on the table.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'remenant', from Old French 'remenent', from 'remen(cier)' meaning 'to remain'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• remnant of a past era: A surviving element, characteristic, or trace of a previous time.
• a remnant of hope: A small amount of hope that remains despite difficult circumstances.
• the remnants of a feast: The leftover food after the main meal is over.

Translations

• Spanish: remanente

• French: reste

• German: Überbleibsel

• Russian: остаток

Related Words

• remain: To continue to exist, especially after other similar people or things have ceased to do so.

• remaining: Staying in the same place or condition; still present.