dust
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/dʌst/
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/dʌst/
tiny dry particles of dirt or other material
The wind blew dust into the air.
风把灰尘吹到了空中。
dirt that collects on surfaces indoors
There was a layer of dust on the old books.
旧书上积了一层灰尘。
a fine powder made from a specific material
The factory produced gold dust as a byproduct.
工厂生产金粉作为副产品。
to clean by wiping away dust
I need to dust the shelves to remove the dust.
我需要掸去架子上的灰尘。
to brush or wipe dirt off something
He brushed the dust from his coat after the hike.
徒步旅行后,他掸去了外套上的灰尘。
to sprinkle a fine powder over something
Dust the cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
上桌前在饼干上撒上糖粉。