Leftover/ˈleftəʊvər/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Casual Conversations Used often in informal settings when discussing meals at home or events. Let's pack up the leftovers and have them for lunch tomorrow. Pro Tip 2/3Not Waste Expresses the idea of not wasting food and being resourceful with meals. I hate to see food wasted, so let's keep the leftovers. Pro Tip 3/3Meal Planning Helpful for understanding the concept of preparing food with the intention of having extras. I always make extra pasta to ensure we have leftovers.