Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

debris

noun
/dəˈbrē/
Definition
Scattered pieces of waste or remains.
Examples
  • The storm left a lot of debris in the streets.
  • After the explosion, the area was filled with debris.
  • The cleanup crew worked tirelessly to remove the debris from the site.
Meaning
Debris refers to the fragments or remnants of something that has been destroyed or broken.
Synonyms
  • wreckage
  • remains
  • rubble
  • fragments
  • scraps