Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dross

noun

/drɔs/

Definition

Dross refers to the waste or impurities that are removed from metals during the process of melting or refining. It can also mean something regarded as worthless or trivial.

Examples

The factory produces a significant amount of dross as a byproduct of metal production.
Don’t let the dross of everyday life distract you from your main goals.
The artist managed to separate the dross from the valuable materials.