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Residuum: Residuum refers to what is left over after something has been used or taken away. It is the remaining part or residue of something.
Definition: Residuum refers to the remaining part of something after some parts have been removed or used up. It can also refer to the remaining part of an estate after all debts and bequests have been paid.
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The first example illustrates how residuum refers to the remaining part of something. In this case, the coffee grounds are what is left after the liquid has been extracted. The second example illustrates how residuum refers to the remaining part of an estate. In this case, the residuum is what is left after all debts and bequests have been paid.