Meaning of the word wastebasket in English
What does wastebasket mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wastebasket
US /ˈweɪstˌbæs.kət/
UK /ˈweɪstˌbɑː.skɪt/
Noun
a basket or container for waste paper and other rubbish
Example:
•
He crumpled the paper and threw it into the wastebasket.
•
The office wastebasket was overflowing with discarded documents.
Synonym: