Definition of Debris

1. Noun. The remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up.

Exact synonyms: Detritus, Dust, Junk, Rubble
Generic synonyms: Rubbish, Scrap, Trash
Specialized synonyms: Slack
Derivative terms: Dust, Junk

Definition of Debris

1. Noun. Rubble, wreckage, scattered remains of something destroyed. ¹

2. Noun. Litter and discarded refuse. ¹

3. Noun. The ruins of a broken-down structure ¹

4. Noun. (geology) Large rock fragments left by a melting glacier etc. ¹

5. Noun. (alternative spelling of debris) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Debris

1. fragments or scattered remains [n DEBRIS]

Medical Definition of Debris

1. 1. Broken and detached fragments, taken collectively; especially, fragments detached from a rock or mountain, and piled up at the base. 2. Rubbish, especially such as results from the destruction of anything; remains; ruins. Origin: F, fr. Pref. De- (L. Dis) + briser to break, shatter; perh. Of Celtic origin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Debris

debridement
debridements
debrides
debriding
debrief
debriefed
debriefer
debriefers
debriefing
debriefings
debriefs
debrine
debrined
debrines
debrining
debris (current term)
debris field
debris storm
debris surge
debrisoquin
debrisoquine
debrisoquine sulfate
debromination
debrominations
debruise
debruised
debruises
debruising
debs
debt

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