English · Nature & Environment
dusty
/ˈdʌsti/
[/ˈdʌsti/]
covered with dust
Beginneradjective
Definition
Covered with or full of dust, which is tiny dry particles of dirt. It often describes places that have not been cleaned.
Example
The old books were dusty and gray.
The old books were dusty and gray.
Etymology
From 'dust' (Old English 'dūst') plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for neglected places and dry roads.