Definition of DUSTBIN

dustbin

Plural: dustbins

Noun

  • A container for household refuse; a trash can.
  • a bin that holds rubbish until it is collected
  • A bin for holding rubbish until it can be collected; a garbage can.

Examples

  • His opponent’s hopes landed in the DUSTBIN after a successful challenge to their fake word.

Origin / Etymology

From dust + bin, as used for disposing of dust (originally ash from domestic fires) and other rubbish.

Synonyms

ash bin, ash-bin, ashbin, ashcan, garbage can, trash barrel, trash bin, trash can, wastebin, dumpster, garbage pail, rubbish bin, wastepaper basket

Scrabble Score: 10

dustbin: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
dustbin: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
dustbin: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

dustbin: valid Words With Friends Word