Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dirt
Noun
/dɜːrt/
Definition
Dirt is a substance, usually consisting of a mixture of soil, dust, and other small particles, that makes up the ground or earth.
Examples
- After the rain, the dirt path became muddy and slippery.
- Children often play outside and get dirt on their clothes.
- He tried to clean the dirt from his shoes before entering the house.
Meaning
Dirt can refer to the soil on the surface of the earth, or it can describe any kind of unclean or messy material.
Synonyms
- soil
- grime
- dust
- filth
- mud
