English Explanatory Dictionary

dustbin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A bin for holding rubbish until it can be collected; a garbage can.

Pronunciation

/ˈdʌstbɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-dustbin.wav

Word forms

dustbin dustbins dust bin dust-bin

Etymology

From dust + bin, as used for disposing of dust (originally ash from domestic fires) and other rubbish.

Synonyms

ashcan dumpster garbage can garbage pail rubbish bin trash can wastebin wastepaper basket

Derived words

dustbin check dustbin of history walking dustbin
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