Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rubbish-tip

noun
ˈrʌbɪʃ tɪp
Definition
A place where waste or rubbish is dumped; a garbage dump.
Examples
  • The local council decided to build a new rubbish-tip to handle the increasing waste in the area.
  • He took the old furniture to the rubbish-tip after deciding it was beyond repair.
  • Families are encouraged to recycle instead of throwing everything away at the rubbish-tip.
Meaning
Rubbish-tip refers to a designated area, usually outside urban zones, where unwanted materials, refuse, or garbage are disposed of.
Synonyms
  • landfill
  • dump
  • waste disposal site
  • garbage heap