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Residue
01
a small remaining amount or part of a thing after it has been taken, used, etc.
Examples
The chemist found a residue of chemicals left in the test tube after the experiment was completed.
02
the assets left in an estate after settling debts, taxes, and expenses
Examples
After paying funeral costs and outstanding loans, the residue of her estate passed to her three children.
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