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Dirt

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɜːt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɜːrt/"]/

Meaning of Dirt

any substance that makes something dirty, for example dust, soil or mud

In simple words: A loose soil or earth.

Dirt in a sentence

• The kids got dirt all over their clothes while playing outside.
• There was so much dirt on the windows that we couldn't see through them.
• He tried to cover up the dirt about his past.
• After the rain, the dirt path became muddy and difficult to walk on.
• They wanted to keep the dirt from their gardening project organized in bags.
• The detective gathered all the dirt he could find on the suspect.
• The construction company moved tons of dirt to level the ground for the new building.
• Make sure to wash your hands after playing in the dirt.

How to use Dirt

Used in everyday conversation. Appropriate in casual settings. Avoid in formal writing or discussions unless referring to specific contexts like gardening or geology.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'dirt bike' kicking up dust — dirt is everywhere!

Related words

Collocations with Dirt

• excess
• loose
• ingrained
• speck
• streak
• layer
• be covered in
• be covered with
• brush off
• accumulate
• cover
• fleck
• particle
• speck
• excess
• loose
• soft
• layer
• be covered in
• be covered with
• dig
• course
• driveway
• lane
• in the dirt
• have
• get
• dig
• dirt  on
• dish the dirt

Synonyms for Dirt

• soil
• earth
• mud
• grime
• filth

Opposites of Dirt

• clean
• purity
• clarity

Common mistakes with Dirt

• Confused with 'earth' when referring to specific soil types.
• Used inappropriately in formal contexts.
• Assumed to only mean 'unclean' instead of 'soil' or 'earth'.

Frequently asked questions about Dirt

What does Dirt mean?

A loose soil or earth.

What is the definition of Dirt?

any substance that makes something dirty, for example dust, soil or mud

How do you use Dirt in a sentence?

The kids got dirt all over their clothes while playing outside.

Can you give another example of Dirt?

There was so much dirt on the windows that we couldn't see through them.

What are synonyms for Dirt?

Common alternatives include soil, earth, mud, grime, filth.

What is the opposite of Dirt?

Opposite meanings include clean, purity, clarity.

What words go with Dirt?

It commonly pairs with excess, loose, ingrained, speck, streak, layer, be covered in, be covered with, brush off, accumulate, cover, fleck, particle, speck, excess, loose, soft, layer, be covered in, be covered with, dig, course, driveway, lane, in the dirt, have, get, dig, dirt  on, dish the dirt.

What are common mistakes when using Dirt?

Confused with 'earth' when referring to specific soil types. Used inappropriately in formal contexts. Assumed to only mean 'unclean' instead of 'soil' or 'earth'.

How do you pronounce Dirt?

US: /["/dɜːrt/"]/, UK: /["/dɜːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dirt?

Used in everyday conversation. Appropriate in casual settings. Avoid in formal writing or discussions unless referring to specific contexts like gardening or geology.

What CEFR level is Dirt?

"Dirt" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.