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Webster 1913 Edition
Wastebasket
Waste′basˊket
,Noun.
A basket used in offices, libraries, etc., as a receptacle for waste paper.
Definition 2024
wastebasket
wastebasket
English
Noun
wastebasket (plural wastebaskets)
- A receptacle for items that are to be discarded; a rubbish bin; a garbage can. Usually small and used indoors.
Synonyms
- See also Wikisaurus:waste bin
Translations
wastepaper basket — see wastepaper basket
garbage can — see garbage can