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landfill

Pronunciation: [ˈlændˌfɪl]

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Learn how to use landfill in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “environment”

(noun) a landfill is a place where people put trash and garbage. It's like a big hole in the ground where waste is buried so that it doesn't make a mess in other places.

Example

The city built a new landfill to help manage its waste better.

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The old landfill was overflowing and created pollution in the area.

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Where does all the garbage in our town go when it is taken away?

Context: “environment”

(verb) to landfill means to put waste or trash into a landfill. It’s the action of getting rid of garbage by burying it in the ground.

Example

They decided to landfill most of the construction waste to keep the site clean.

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We shouldn't landfill recyclable materials; we need to recycle them instead.

Example

What do we need to landfill after cleaning up the park?

How to pronounce landfill

Pronunciation: [ˈlændˌfɪl]

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