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dusted

The correct spelling is dusted.

How to pronounce dusted

verb

IPA: /ˈdʌstɪd/

Say it like: Dus-ted

The correct spelling is dusted. To remove dust from. For example: "The cleaning lady needs a stool to dust the cupboard."

Usage Examples

The cleaning lady needs a stool to dust the cupboard.

Dusting always makes me cough.

The mother dusted her baby's bum with talcum powder.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To remove dust from.
  2. 2.To remove dust; to clean by removing dust.
  3. 3.Of a bird, to cover itself in sand or dry, dusty earth.
  4. 4.To spray or cover something with fine powder or liquid.
  5. 5.To leave; to rush off.

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