noun
B1
Intermediate
dustbin
DUHST-bihn
Dustbin (noun) means a container, usually kept outside, for household rubbish awaiting collection. Example: “He wheeled the dustbin out to the curb on Tuesday night.”
noun
1
A container, usually kept outside, for household rubbish awaiting collection.
"He wheeled the dustbin out to the curb on Tuesday night."
How to use dustbin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA bin for rubbish, kept outdoors and emptied by refuse collectors.
UK vs US
"Dustbin" is British English; Americans usually say "trash can" or "garbage can."
Common pairings
put out the dustbin
dustbin lid
dustbin men
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "dust" (originally referring to ash and household rubbish) and "bin."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “dustbin” mean?
The word “dustbin” means a container, usually kept outside, for household rubbish awaiting collection. In plain terms, a bin for rubbish, kept outdoors and emptied by refuse collectors.
How do you pronounce “dustbin”?
“Dustbin” is pronounced DUHST-bihn (/ˈdʌstbɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “dustbin” in a sentence?
Here is “dustbin” used in a sentence: “He wheeled the dustbin out to the curb on Tuesday night.”
What part of speech is “dustbin”?
“Dustbin” is a noun.
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