Dung
/dʌŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
the excrement of animals, especially that of herbivorous mammals, used as fertilizer.
Farmers often collect cow dung to use as organic fertilizer.
fecal matter, especially that of farm animals.
The field was covered with sheep dung after the flock had grazed.
the solid waste passed by the intestines; feces.
The dog's dung was picked up to keep the park clean.
Etymology
Middle English 'dunge', probably of Scandinavian origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
full of dung
To be filled with nonsense or falseness.
not worth a dung
Of no value or importance.
dung beetle
A beetle that feeds on dung.
Related Words
manure
Animal dung used for fertilizing land.
fertilizer
Substance used to enhance the growth of plants.
Slang Meanings
Something of little value or low quality.
That movie was a complete dung.
Used to express frustration, similar to 'crap'.
Oh dung, I forgot my keys!