ordure

/ɔːˈdjʊər/

Definitions

1. noun

filth or dirt, especially human or animal waste

“The city’s lack of proper waste management led to a buildup of ordure on the streets.”

2. verb

to remove or clean away filth or dirt

“The street cleaners set out to ordure the sidewalks after the festival.”

3. verb

to defecate

“The dog went to ordure behind the tree.”

Synonyms

  • dirt
  • filth
  • mire
  • muck

Antonyms

  • cleanliness
  • order
  • sanitation