noun Uncommon

wreckage

REH-kihj

Wreckage (noun) means the broken remains or debris left after something, such as a vehicle or building, has been destroyed. Example: “Firefighters searched through the wreckage for survivors.”

noun

The broken remains or debris left after something, such as a vehicle or building, has been destroyed.

"Firefighters searched through the wreckage for survivors."

How to use wreckage

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe scattered broken pieces left behind after a crash or destruction.

Common pairings

plane wreckage sift through the wreckage

Word forms

wreckages plural

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Rhymes for wreckage

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wreckage” mean?

The word “wreckage” means the broken remains or debris left after something, such as a vehicle or building, has been destroyed. In plain terms, the scattered broken pieces left behind after a crash or destruction.

How do you pronounce “wreckage”?

“Wreckage” is pronounced REH-kihj (/ˈɹɛkɪdʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “wreckage” in a sentence?

Here is “wreckage” used in a sentence: “Firefighters searched through the wreckage for survivors.”

What part of speech is “wreckage”?

“Wreckage” is a noun.

Is “wreckage” a common word?

“Wreckage” is an uncommon word in modern English.