Synonyms for

Dirt

Verb / dɜ:t / Another word for dirt — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dirt is a substance that makes things unclean or soiled, such as soil or mud.

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Common collocations

  • dirt road
  • dirt cheap
  • covered in dirt
  • eat dirt
  • dirt under fingernails
  • dirt poor
  • dirt track

Word family

noun dirt
adjective dirty

Usage note

Dirt primarily refers to loose soil or earth. It can also refer to unclean matter or filth, often with a negative connotation. 'Dirt cheap' is a common idiom meaning very inexpensive.

Example sentences

  1. The dog rolled in the dirt and got all messy.
  2. I need to sweep the dirt off the floor.
  3. I planted some flowers in the dirt.
  4. I accidentally spilled dirt on my shirt.
  5. The construction workers are moving piles of dirt from one place to another.

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