Microtrash
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Small pieces of trash in the environment that are dangerous to wildlife when ingested uncountable
"Five condors had been free-flying initially and were then brought into captivity for medical treatment for various reasons including lead exposure, microtrash, or injury."
Example
More examples"Five condors had been free-flying initially and were then brought into captivity for medical treatment for various reasons including lead exposure, microtrash, or injury."
Etymology
From micro- + trash.
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