Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dumping-ground

noun

/ˈdʌmpɪŋ ˌɡraʊnd/

Definition

A place where unwanted or discarded items are left or stored.

Examples

The abandoned lot became a dumping-ground for old cars and trash.
She was frustrated by how the park had turned into a dumping-ground for litter and debris.

Meaning

The term ‘dumping-ground’ refers to a location that is used for the disposal of waste materials or items that are no longer wanted, often in a careless or haphazard manner.