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Wordabulary

garbage

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Things that people throw away because they no longer want or need them.

"Could you take the garbage out before the truck comes tomorrow morning?"

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

trash rubbish

Usage notes

"Garbage" is the usual word in American English, while British English tends to say "rubbish".

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Could you take the _____ out before the truck comes tomorrow morning?"

Answer: garbage

In your own words, what does "garbage" mean?

Things that people throw away because they no longer want or need them.

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