What does DREGS mean?

Dregs Parts of Speech:

noun

Definitions:

1. The remnants of a liquid left in a container, together with any sediment or grounds.
2. The most worthless part or parts of something.

Pronunciations:

• US: /drɛɡz/
• UK: /drɛɡz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dregs" originated from the Old Norse word "dregg" which means "sediment". It has been used in English since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to refer to the remnants of a liquid left in a container, as well as the most worthless part or parts of something.

Synonyms:

• Residue
• Sediment
• Lees
• Deposits
• Dirt

Related Words:

• Lease
• Dress
• Grace
• Greys
• Press

Example Sentences:

1. He poured the wine carefully so as not to disturb the dregs at the bottom of the bottle.
2. The dregs of society are often the most vulnerable.