REM'NANT, n. contracted from remanent. See Remain.
1. Residue that which is left after the separation, removal or destruction of a part.
The remnant that are left of the captivity. Nehemiah 1 .
2. That which remains after a part is done, performed, told or passed.
The remnant of my tale is of a length to tire your patience.
Where I may think the remnant of my thoughts.
REM'NANT, a. Remaining yet left.
And quiet dedicate her remnant life to the just duties of a humble wife. Little used.
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