Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disposal-unit
noun
/dɪsˈpəʊ.zəl ˈjuː.nɪt/
Definition
A disposal unit is a device installed in a sink that grinds food waste into small pieces so that it can be safely washed down the drain.
Examples
- He installed a new disposal unit in his kitchen to handle food waste more efficiently.
- Many modern homes come equipped with a disposal unit under the sink.
Meaning
The main purpose of a disposal unit is to manage kitchen waste and prevent clogs in plumbing systems by reducing food scraps to a smaller size.
Synonyms
- garbage disposal
- food waste disposer
- sink disposal
