Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Residual.
Residual - as an adjective
Relating to or indicating a remainder
Example: "Residual quantity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
residuaryResidual - as a noun
Something left after other parts have been taken away
Example: "There was no remainder"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balanceremainderresidueresiduumrestHypernyms (Closely Related)
componentcomponent partconstituentpartportionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(often plural) a payment that is made to a performer or writer or director of a television show or commercial that is paid for every repeat showing
Example: "He could retire on his residuals"
Example Sentences
"The residual of the equation is zero."
"She took a swab to collect the residual from the crime scene."
"The scientist analyzed the residual in the test tube."
"After the chemical reaction, a residual odor lingered in the air."
"The cleaning product effectively removes any residual stains."
Word Game Points
Is RESIDUAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, residual is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESIDUAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is RESIDUAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, residual is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESIDUAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is RESIDUAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, residual is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESIDUAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
