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remains

Pronunciation: /rɪˈmeɪnz/

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Definition of remains

noun

the parts left over after other parts have been removed, used, or destroyed:the remains of a sandwich lunch were on the table
historical or archaeological relics:Roman remains
a person’s body after death: he left instructions regarding the disposal of his remains

Origin:

late Middle English (occasionally treated as singular): from Old French remain, from remaindre, from an informal form of Latin remanere (see remain)