Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
garbage-chute
noun
/ˈɡɑːrbɪdʒ tʃuːt/
Definition
A garbage-chute is a vertical tube or shaft that allows for the disposal of waste, typically from a higher floor to a lower floor in a building.
Examples
- A garbage-chute is often found in apartment buildings to facilitate easy waste disposal.
- The maintenance team needs to inspect the garbage-chute regularly to ensure it is functioning properly.
- Residents can simply drop their trash down the garbage-chute instead of taking it to a dumpster outside.
Meaning
It serves as a convenient system for transporting garbage directly to a designated area, usually a garbage room or bin, without the need to carry it down stairs or through hallways.
Synonyms
- waste chute
- trash chute
- refuse chute
