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Meaning of dust
The primary meaning of the word "dust" refers to fine particles of matter that are found on surfaces or in the air.
Etymology of dust
The word "dust" originates from Old English "dūst", which is related to the Old Norse word "dust" and the Gothic word "dust", all of which are thought to have been derived from the Proto-Germanic word "dunstiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "dhe-" meaning "to blow" or "to scatter"
Synonyms
Definitions
- Fine powder or particles that have been worn away from something
- * A cloud of fine particles thrown up into the air
- * To remove dust from something by brushing or wiping it
Usage Examples
- The furniture was covered in a thick layer of dust
- * The construction site kicked up a lot of dust into the air
- * She dusted the shelves with a soft cloth to remove the dirt
Antonyms
cleanliness
purity
spotlessness
immaculateness
tidiness
orderliness
neatness
precision
meticulousness
cleanliness
freshness
clarity
transparency
purity
innocence
cleanness
sterility
antisepticness
hygiene