Remains Definition & Meaning
remains
- noun
- any object that is left unused or still extant; "I threw out the remains of my dinner"
- the dead body of a human being; "the cadaver was intended for dissection"; "the end of the police search was the discovery of a corpse"; "the murderer confessed that he threw the stiff in the river"; "honor comes to bless the turf that wraps their clay"
"Remains" in song lyrics
See how remains is used in real songs:
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"And skipped over the scattered remains"
(Akir f/) Abiodun Oyewole — The Initiation -
"An archaeologist employed, uncovered remains"
Alexipharmic — Awkward Clockwork -
"When on your brain leave the walls covered in bloody remains"
AMB — See-Thru
Words that rhyme with remains
Usage tips for "remains"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "remains" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for remains to find words that pair well.