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."
Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.