word
Waste
Wayst
/ˈweɪst/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
waste
Dictionary meaning
Located in a dismal or remote area.
Examples
- A life characterized by thriftlessness and waste.
- They collect the waste once a week.
Synonyms: wild
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