detritus (Meaning)
detritus (n)
the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up
loose material (stone fragments and silt etc) that is worn away from rocks
detritus (n.)
A mass of substances worn off from solid bodies by attrition, and reduced to small portions; as, diluvial detritus.
Hence: Any fragments separated from the body to which they belonged; any product of disintegration.
Synonyms & Antonyms of detritus
detritus Sentence Examples
- The riverbank was littered with detritus washed ashore during the flood.
- Among the detritus of fallen leaves, we found a hidden treasure buried in the forest floor.
- After the party, the detritus of empty cups and discarded decorations covered the room.
- The detritus of shattered glass crunched underfoot as we navigated through the abandoned building.
- Marine life thrives amidst the detritus of coral reefs, utilizing it for shelter and food.
- Urban alleyways often accumulate detritus from nearby businesses, creating a breeding ground for pests.
- The detritus of old newspapers and magazines cluttered the attic, hinting at a forgotten past.
- The detritus of demolished buildings was carted away, making space for new construction.
- The detritus of broken pottery fragments provided archaeologists with clues about ancient civilizations.
- Birds scavenged through the detritus of discarded food scraps left behind in the park.
FAQs About the word detritus
the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up, loose material (stone fragments and silt etc) that is worn away from rocksA mass of substances wo
rubble, ruins,debris, remains, wreckage,ashes, wreck, flotsam, remnant, residue
No antonyms found.
The riverbank was littered with detritus washed ashore during the flood.
Among the detritus of fallen leaves, we found a hidden treasure buried in the forest floor.
After the party, the detritus of empty cups and discarded decorations covered the room.
The detritus of shattered glass crunched underfoot as we navigated through the abandoned building.
