re·sid·u·ar·y

[ri-zij-oo-er-ee]
adjective
1.
entitled to the residue of an estate: a residuary legatee.
2.
pertaining to or of the nature of a residue, remainder, or residuum.

Origin:
1720–30; < Latin residu(um) what is left over (see residual) + -ary

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residuary (rɪˈzɪdjʊərɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  of, relating to, or constituting a residue; residual
2.  law entitled to the residue of an estate after payment of debts and distribution of specific gifts

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Residuary is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
Example sentences
The residuary trust beneficiaries are not parties to this action.
The chief objective point of the contestants seems to be the residuary estate as disposed by the last codicil.
The will provides that estate administration expenses are to be paid from the residuary estate.
There were six residuary beneficiaries, four individuals and two charities.
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