Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dust-motes
noun
/dʌst moʊts/
Definition
Tiny particles of dust that are often visible in a beam of light.
Examples
- As I sat by the window, I noticed the dust-motes dancing in the light.
- The room was so quiet, you could see the dust-motes swirling in the air.
- She loved to watch the dust-motes float lazily through the sunbeam.
Meaning
Dust-motes refer to small specks of dust that float in the air, especially when illuminated by sunlight or artificial light. They are often seen drifting in a sunbeam, creating a soft and somewhat ethereal effect.
Synonyms
- particles
- specks
- particles of dust
