C1noun 3K

Debris

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdebriː//ˈdeɪbriː/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dəˈbriː/"]/

Meaning of Debris

pieces of wood, metal, building materials, etc. that are left after something has been destroyed

In simple words: Pieces of broken things.

Debris in a sentence

• Emergency teams are still clearing the debris from the plane crash.
• Several people were injured by flying debris in the explosion.
• Debris rained down around them.
• Police have spent the day sifting through the debris for clues.
• She found a pair of children's shoes among the debris.
• The tank exploded, scattering debris all over the field.
• Clear away leaves and other garden debris from the pond.
• the debris of their lunch
• Remember to clear the drain of debris regularly.
• These worms feed on plant debris.

How to use Debris

Use 'debris' to describe trash or rubble, often after a disaster. It’s neutral and can be used in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in casual slang settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'debris' like 'debris on the street' — visualize a messy road after a storm.

Related words

Collocations with Debris

• falling
• flying
• food
• piece
• heap
• pile
• scatter
• send
• clear
• accumulate
• fly
• fall
• among the debris
• in the debris
• falling
• flying
• food
• piece
• heap
• pile
• scatter
• send
• clear
• accumulate
• fly
• fall
• among the debris
• in the debris

Synonyms for Debris

• wreckage
• rubble
• junk
• trash
• refuse

Opposites of Debris

• cleanliness
• tidiness

Common mistakes with Debris

• 'Debree' spelling confusion.
• Using 'debris' as a singular noun when it's always plural.
• Mistakenly describing things that are whole as debris.

Frequently asked questions about Debris

What does Debris mean?

Pieces of broken things.

What is the definition of Debris?

pieces of wood, metal, building materials, etc. that are left after something has been destroyed

How do you use Debris in a sentence?

Emergency teams are still clearing the debris from the plane crash.

Can you give another example of Debris?

Several people were injured by flying debris in the explosion.

What are synonyms for Debris?

Common alternatives include wreckage, rubble, junk, trash, refuse.

What is the opposite of Debris?

Opposite meanings include cleanliness, tidiness.

What words go with Debris?

It commonly pairs with falling, flying, food, piece, heap, pile, scatter, send, clear, accumulate, fly, fall, among the debris, in the debris, falling, flying, food, piece, heap, pile, scatter, send, clear, accumulate, fly, fall, among the debris, in the debris.

What are common mistakes when using Debris?

'Debree' spelling confusion. Using 'debris' as a singular noun when it's always plural. Mistakenly describing things that are whole as debris.

How do you pronounce Debris?

US: /["/dəˈbriː/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdebriː//ˈdeɪbriː/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Debris?

Use 'debris' to describe trash or rubble, often after a disaster. It’s neutral and can be used in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in casual slang settings.

What CEFR level is Debris?

"Debris" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.