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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

detritus

/dɪˈtrɪtəs/ noun · British & US
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What does detritus mean?

noun

The remains of something that has been destroyed or broken down, such as the fragments of a rock or the remains of a dead animal. In a broader sense, it can also refer to the waste or debris left behind after a process or event.

Example

"The beach was littered with the detritus of the storm, including broken shells and tangled seaweed."

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