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Rubbish left lying in an open or public place
“Anyone caught dropping litter could face a fine under the new Environment Protection Act.”
A number of young animals born to an animal at one time
“Females produce one litter a year, numbering from one to six kittens and averaging four or five.”
An untidy collection of things lying about
“We rose the next morning to a litter of downed branches and crooked trunks.”
Straw or other plant matter used as bedding for animals
“In either case, the amount of used litter accumulated over a year's time is quite surprising.”
A structure used to transport people, containing a bed or seat enclosed by curtains and carried on men's shoulders or by animals
“The Colonel winced as the porters jolted the litter.”
Any material used to cover the top layer of soil to protect or insulate it
A part or quantity that is left after the greater part has been used, removed, or destroyed
Foul matter which soils, pollutes or defiles
A large number or crowd of people, animals or things
To scatter about in a messy way
“It would greatly influence cleanliness in the city if every resident understood that it is forbidden to litter the streets with fruit peels and plastic wrappers.”
To be scattered about in a messy way
“As early as July, many still green leaves would litter the ground, and there would be none left to display their colors in fall.”
To tarnish or dirty with contaminants or something undesirable
To mark with small spots or dots
Comparative for irradiated by light
“The spaces are brightly lit due to sunlight.”
Comparative for being on fire, or with flames emanating from it
“There among the coal storage bins was a coveted, restricted hiding place tucked behind the lit furnace.”
Comparative for under the influence of alcohol
“What's not to love about being expertly lit and drunk at two in the afternoon?”
Comparative for exhibiting exceptional style, energy, or awesomeness
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