Meaning of the word dross in English
What does dross mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dross
US /drɑːs/
UK /drɒs/
Noun
1.
something regarded as worthless; rubbish
Example:
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The editor removed all the literary dross from the manuscript.
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Much of what is on television these days is pure dross.
2.
waste matter or impurities separated from a substance
Example:
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The molten metal was skimmed to remove the dross.
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After refining, only pure gold remained, free of any dross.