Meaning & Definition of word "Dregs"
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Dregs
/drɛɡz/
noun:
- 1. The remnants of a liquid left in a container, consisting of sediment or residue.
- Example: After pouring the wine, he noticed the dregs at the bottom of the bottle.
- 2. The most undesirable part of something; the least valuable or most worthless portions.
- Example: The soup was filled with dregs that had settled at the bottom of the pot.
- 3. The last remaining part or measure, often implying something of little value.
- Example: She was left with only the dregs of her savings after the unexpected expenses.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old Norse 'dreggar', meaning 'to drag or draw.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
dregs of society:
A term used to describe the most undesirable and worthless members of society.
the dregs of a drink:
Refers to the last bits of liquid, often with undesirable contents.
the dregs of a situation:
Implying the least favorable outcomes or conditions.
Related Words
sediment:
The solid material that settles at the bottom of a liquid.
residue:
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken.
Slang Meanings of dregs
Meaning: People regarded as the lowest in a hierarchy.
Example Sentence: He felt like he was dealing with the dregs of the city.
Meaning: A term used to describe leftover, unwanted decisions or situations.
Example Sentence: She always ends up with the dregs of what no one else wants.