dumpster
Translation
skip, dumpster, large waste container
Examples
He threw the old boxes in the dumpster.
He threw the old boxes in the skip.
The dumpster behind the restaurant is full.
The dumpster behind the restaurant is full.
Grammar Patterns
in a/the ((dumpster)). He threw the rubbish in the dumpster.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skip (UK), large trash bin, container
Etymology
A blend of 'dump' and the Dempster Brothers company name, who invented the 'Dempster-Dumpster' system. It is a genericised trademark.
Memory Tips
It's a large container where you 'dump' things. The '-ster' suffix makes it sound like a thing that does an action.