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remainder

[rɪˈmeɪndə(r)]

remainder Definition

  • 1the part of something that is left over after the other parts have been used, taken away, or destroyed
  • 2the number that is left over in a division when one number does not divide exactly into another
  • 3a book or set of books that are unsold and still available from the publisher

Using remainder: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "remainder" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The remainder of the cake was shared among the guests.

  • Example

    After dividing 10 by 3, the remainder is 1.

  • Example

    The bookstore has a remainder of last year's bestsellers.

remainder Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for remainder

Antonyms for remainder

Phrases with remainder

  • the time period after a significant event or milestone, often used to describe the time after retirement or a major life change

    Example

    After retiring, he spent the remainder of his life traveling the world.

  • a mark made on a book to indicate that it is a remainder copy

    Example

    The book had a remainder mark on the bottom edge.

  • a table in a bookstore where remaindered books are sold at a discount

    Example

    I found a great cookbook on the remainder table for half price.

Origins of remainder

from Old French 'remaindre', meaning 'to remain'

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Summary: remainder in Brief

The term 'remainder' [rɪˈmeɪndə(r)] refers to what is left over after other parts have been used, taken away, or destroyed. It can also refer to the number left over in a division or unsold books still available from the publisher. Examples include 'The remainder of the cake was shared among the guests.' and 'After dividing 10 by 3, the remainder is 1.' Phrases include 'the remainder of one's life,' referring to the time after a significant event, and 'remainder table,' a table in a bookstore where discounted books are sold.