dust

A2
Pronunciation
/dʌst/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

Fine particles

2 Definition

The act of cleaning by dusting.

3 Definition

The earth, as the resting place of the dead.

4 Definition

The earthy remains of bodies once alive; the remains of the human body.

5 Definition

Something worthless.

6 Definition

A low or mean condition.

7 Definition

Cash; money (in reference to gold dust).

8 Definition

A disturbance or uproar.

Example Sentences
  • to raise, or kick up, a dust
9 Definition

A totally disconnected set of points with a fractal structure.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To remove dust from.

Example Sentences
  • The cleaning lady needs a stool to dust the cupboard.
2 Definition

To remove dust; to clean by removing dust.

Example Sentences
  • Dusting always makes me cough.
3 Definition

Of a bird, to cover itself in sand or dry, dusty earth.

4 Definition

To spray or cover something with fine powder or liquid.

Example Sentences
  • The mother dusted her baby's bum with talcum powder.
5 Definition

To leave; to rush off.

6 Definition

To reduce to a fine powder; to levigate.

7 Definition

To kill or severely disable.