Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loose-debris

noun

/luːs dɪˈbriː/

Definition

Unconsolidated material that has been broken away from a larger rock formation or surface.

Examples

After the storm, the hillside was covered in loose debris that made hiking difficult.
Geologists study loose debris to understand the impact of erosion in that area.

Meaning

Loose debris refers to fragments of rock, soil, and other materials that are not firmly attached to each other or the ground, often found on slopes or after landslides.