Remains

Definition

Remains generally refer to the parts left over after other parts have been removed, consumed, or destroyed. It can also refer to a dead body or the body parts of deceased animals or humans.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈmeɪnz/
• Respelling: ri-MAYNZ (with "ri" as in "rid," and "MAYNZ" rhyming with "lanes")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈmeɪnz/
• Respelling: ri-MAYNZ (similar to American English, with "ri" as in "rid," and "MAYNZ" rhyming with "lanes")

In both dialects, "remains" is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, "MAYNZ." The pronunciation is consistent across both American and British English, maintaining clarity and emphasis on the second syllable.

Etymology

The word "remains" is derived from the Old French "remaner", which originates from the Latin "remanēre", meaning "to remain". It is composed of "re-" (again) and "manere" (to stay).

Derivatives

• Remainder
• Remaining
• Remanence
• Remanent
• Unremained

Synonyms

• Residue
• Leftovers
• Relics

Antonyms

• Whole
• Beginning
• Origin

Usage

"Remains" is commonly utilized in archaeological, forensic, or historical contexts to describe items or bodies that have been discovered after being left or preserved for long periods. In everyday language, it can also refer to the remnants of something.

Related Terms

• Artifact
• Fossil
• Ruins
• Residual
• Debris

Detailed Definition

Noun

• The parts left over after other parts have been removed, used, or destroyed.
• Example: The remains of the meal were cleared away.

• The dead body of a person or animal.
• Example: Archaeologists discovered the remains of an ancient warrior.

• Historical or archaeological relics or ruins.
• Example: The remains of the ancient temple are a popular tourist attraction.