Pronunciation: /rɪˈmeɪnz/
noun the parts left over after other parts have been removed, used, or destroyed
A1 The remains of the meal were left on the plate.
A2 She visited the remains of the ancient castle.
B1 The remains of the old building were demolished to make way for a new development.
B2 The remains of the shipwreck were discovered by divers.
C1 The forensic team analyzed the remains to determine the cause of death.
C2 The archaeologist uncovered the remains of a prehistoric settlement.
verb to continue to exist, be left after other parts have been removed, used, or destroyed
A1 The cake remains untouched on the table.
A2 She remains silent during the meeting.
B1 The old building remains a popular tourist attraction.
B2 Despite the challenges, his determination remains unwavering.
C1 The legacy of his work remains influential in the field of science.
C2 Even after all these years, the memory of their friendship remains vivid in her mind.
formal The remains of the ancient civilization were carefully preserved in the museum.
informal There's not much left of the cake, just a few crumbs and remains.
slang I can't believe he left the remains of his sandwich on the table.
figurative Even after all these years, the remains of their friendship still lingered in her heart.
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