Leavings

Pronunciation: /ˈliːvɪŋz/

Definitions of leavings

noun something that is left behind or remaining, such as scraps or remnants

Example Sentences

A1 I swept up the leavings from the party last night.

A2 The squirrel gathered the leavings of the picnic to store for later.

B1 She carefully examined the leavings of the crime scene for any clues.

B2 The archaeologist sifted through the leavings of the ancient civilization to uncover artifacts.

C1 The chef used the leavings of the meal to create a delicious broth.

C2 The artist incorporated the leavings of nature into her sculpture, adding a unique touch.

Examples of leavings in a Sentence

formal The leavings of the meal were carefully collected and disposed of in the trash.

informal I always save the leavings from dinner to use for leftovers the next day.

slang Hey, don't throw away those leavings, I can still eat some of that!

figurative The leavings of his failed business venture left him in financial ruin.

Grammatical Forms of leavings

• plural: leavings
• present tense: leave
• future tense: will leave
• perfect tense: have left
• continuous tense: is leaving
• singular: leaving
• infinitive: to leave
• gerund: leaving
• participle: leaving

Origin and Evolution of leavings

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'leavings' originated from Middle English, derived from the verb 'leve' meaning 'to remain'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'leavings' has come to refer to leftovers or remnants, especially in the context of food or material goods.