detritus
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/dɪˈtraɪtəs/
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/dɪˈtraɪtəs/
noun
R
Waste material from plants and animals that is found in nature.
The forest floor was covered in a layer of decomposing leaves and other organic detritus.
R
Leftover waste or garbage from an event or after something has been used.
After the party, the room was filled with cups, plates, and other detritus from the celebration.
translation
Waste material from plants and animals that is found in nature.; Leftover waste or garbage from an event or after something has been used.
Word Forms
Plural
detrituss