Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rubbish-tip
noun
ˈrʌbɪʃ tɪp
Definition
A place where waste or rubbish is dumped; a garbage dump.
Examples
- The local council decided to build a new rubbish-tip to handle the increasing waste in the area.
- He took the old furniture to the rubbish-tip after deciding it was beyond repair.
- Families are encouraged to recycle instead of throwing everything away at the rubbish-tip.
Meaning
Rubbish-tip refers to a designated area, usually outside urban zones, where unwanted materials, refuse, or garbage are disposed of.
Synonyms
- landfill
- dump
- waste disposal site
- garbage heap