noun
something that is left behind or remaining, such as scraps or remnants
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The leavings of the meal were carefully collected and disposed of in the trash.
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I always save the leavings from dinner to use for leftovers the next day.
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Hey, don't throw away those leavings, I can still eat some of that!
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The leavings of his failed business venture left him in financial ruin.