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Flinders

Verb / ˈflɪndɜ:z / Another word for flinders — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Flinders is a noun that refers to rocky fragments of material left behind after a rock is quarried, especially when used for road surfaces.

Synonyms & similar words

sirmatthewflinders flinders matthewflinders gravel pebbles aggregate debris detritus residue remnants pieces shards splinters bits scraps junk trash rubble wreckage ruins

Example sentences

  1. The driveway was covered in flinders that made it difficult to walk on.
  2. The construction workers used a mix of flinders and concrete to make the road.
  3. The children played with the flinders at the edge of the construction site.
  4. The flinders from the quarry were used to build the foundation of the building.
  5. The car tires kicked up the flinders from the road surface.

Quotes

  • I walked on, talking to myself, homing myself, getting myself back to the flinders of my world.

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