dust

🇬🇧 UK/dʌst/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 3kIELTSA2

Definitions

n.

Fine dry particles of matter, such as earth or pollen, that settle on surfaces or float in the air.

灰尘;尘埃;粉末

v.

To remove dust from a surface; to sprinkle a fine powder over something.

拂去灰尘;撒粉末

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
dustother
=dust

Common Collocations

  • 1.dust particles灰尘微粒
  • 2.dust storm沙尘暴
  • 3.collect dust积灰

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Dust accumulated on the shelves because nobody had cleaned in weeks.

  • 2.

    She dusted the furniture with a soft cloth and some polish.

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