Rubble

/ˈrʌbəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Broken fragments of stone, brick, or other material, typically resulting from the demolition of a structure.

After the earthquake, the streets were filled with rubble from the collapsed buildings.

Debris or ruins left after an explosion or destruction.

Rescue teams searched through the rubble to find any survivors.

Loose stones or boulders, often used in construction.

The workers used rubble to create a stable foundation for the new house.

A collection of broken stones or bricks.

They used rubble from the old wall to build a fire pit.

Middle English, from Old French 'rubbele' (of uncertain origin).

rubble house

A house that has collapsed and is in ruins.

rubble-rouser

A person who stirs up public feelings or political unrest.

debris

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

ruins

A state of decay or destruction.

A situation that is chaotic or in disarray.

After the party, the living room was a total rubble.