Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

litter-lout

noun

/ˈlɪtər laʊt/

Definition

A person who habitually throws trash or waste onto the ground in public places instead of disposing of it properly.

Examples

Despite the park regulations, the litter-lout continued to leave wrappers and bottles scattered on the ground.
Community volunteers organized a cleanup to combat the menace of litter-louts in their area.
It’s frustrating to see a litter-lout ruining the beauty of our streets with their careless habits.

Meaning

A litter-lout is someone who displays careless behavior towards the environment by leaving litter in public areas, contributing to pollution and cleanliness issues.