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wastebasket

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Noun — A small bin, usually kept indoors, for throwing away rubbish.

Etymology

From waste + basket.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wastebasket” mean?

The word “wastebasket” means a small bin, usually kept indoors, for throwing away rubbish. In plain terms, a small indoor bin for rubbish.

How do you use “wastebasket” in a sentence?

Here is “wastebasket” used in a sentence: “He crumpled the letter and tossed it into the wastebasket.”

What part of speech is “wastebasket”?

“Wastebasket” is a noun.

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