Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
litter-lout
noun
/ˈlɪtər laʊt/
Definition
A person who habitually throws trash or waste onto the ground in public places instead of disposing of it properly.
Examples
- Despite the park regulations, the litter-lout continued to leave wrappers and bottles scattered on the ground.
- Community volunteers organized a cleanup to combat the menace of litter-louts in their area.
- It’s frustrating to see a litter-lout ruining the beauty of our streets with their careless habits.
Meaning
A litter-lout is someone who displays careless behavior towards the environment by leaving litter in public areas, contributing to pollution and cleanliness issues.
Synonyms
- litterbug
- polluter
- slob
- mess-maker