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Detritus

Verb / dɪˈtraɪtʌs / / ˈdetrʌtʌs / Another word for detritus — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the waste or debris of any kind

Synonyms & similar words

debris rubble junk dust debris rubble garbage waste junk scrap litter refuse trash remnants residue fragments pieces ruins scraps leftovers bric-a-brac

Example sentences

  1. The river carried a lot of detritus.
  2. There was a lot of detritus on the floor of the abandoned house.
  3. The storm left detritus scattered across the yard.
  4. The construction site was full of detritus.
  5. The ocean floor is covered in detritus from ships and boats.

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  • 'Be the change you want to see in the world.' - Mahatma Gandhi

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