Dustbox

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A waste bin or trash can, for ashes, dust, and other rubbish.

    "Dust boxes are to be erected by the Council, and occupiers are obliged to deposit their dust and ashes in these boxes, under a penalty."

  2. 2
    A box inside a vacuum cleaner where collected dust is stored.
  3. 3
    A box of sand or earth for poultry to take dust baths.

    "Let her roll in the dust-box near by; feed and water regularly."

  4. 4
    A box containing pounce for drying ink after writing. historical

Synonyms

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dust bindusting box

Example

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"Dust boxes are to be erected by the Council, and occupiers are obliged to deposit their dust and ashes in these boxes, under a penalty."

Etymology

From dust + box.

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