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dust
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- pronunciation:
- duhst
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
tiny, dry pieces of soil, dirt, or other material.
The dust collected in the corners of the room.
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| related words: |
earth |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
dusts, dusting, dusted |
| definition 1: |
to clean or wipe dust from.
She dusts and vacuums the house every Saturday.
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| definition 2: |
to cover with dust or powder.
We dusted the cake with sugar.The gymnast dusted her hands with chalk. |
| related words: |
sprinkle |
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