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Dirt Definition & Meaning

dirt
adjective
  1. (of roads) not leveled or drained; unsuitable for all year travel
noun
  1. the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
  2. the state of being covered with unclean things
  3. obscene terms for feces
  4. disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people

"Dirt" in song lyrics

See how dirt is used in real songs:

  • "Bless more rap amateurs than doing my dirt"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Livewire, Wise — Da Block is Hot
  • "Make like Pedro and throw your manager in the dirt"
    7L & Esoteric — Knockout (Victory Lap)
  • "Straight out the soil of the Shaolin dirt"
    9th Prince — Concrete Jungle

Words that rhyme with dirt

Usage tips for "dirt"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dirt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dirt to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does dirt mean?
(of roads) not leveled or drained; unsuitable for all year travel the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock the state of being covered with unclean things obscene terms for feces disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people
What part of speech is dirt?
Dirt is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does dirt have?
Dirt has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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