dust (A2)

noun, verb

Pronunciation: /dʌst/

Definition

Fine, dry powder made of earth or other matter.

Examples

• A fine layer of dust covered the old books.

• He wiped the dust off the table with a cloth.

• The wind blew a cloud of dust into the air.

How to Use dust

dust off (phrasal verb)

To remove dust from something; to make something old or unused seem fresh again. — "He dusted off his old guitar and started playing."

dust up (phrasal verb)

To have a fight or argument. — "The two boys got into a dust up over the toy."

Synonyms of dust

Words with a similar meaning to dust:

• powder
• dirt
• grime
• residue

Antonyms of dust

Words with the opposite meaning to dust:

• cleanliness
• purity

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