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dung

noun

ˈdəŋ

Definition of dung

as in soil

solid matter discharged from an animal's alimentary canal researchers tracked the wild gorillas by following the piles of dung

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Recent Examples of dung The siege lasted so long that a donkey's head sold for eighty pieces of silver, and a cup of dove's dung sold for five pieces of silver. — Helaine Williams, Arkansas Online, 6 June 2026 Elephant dung might be the surprising key to saving a species, protecting rare ebony and shaping the future of guitar-making. — Kimberly Richardson, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 To help the herd accept the calf after his time away, rescuers coated him in fresh elephant dung to mask any unfamiliar scents. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 Release of dung increases soil organic carbon and helps build soil structure that improves water filtration and soil aeration. — Paige Stein, Hartford Courant, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for dung

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Key Takeaways Aeration improves soil health by reducing compaction and helping nutrients reach grass roots.

— Lauren David, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2026
The project explores how hydroponic growing—which grows crops in water instead of soil—and AI can reduce cotton’s reliance on these resources.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

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Leslie Goldman, who lives near Studebaker and Stearns, said large piles of dirt — at times higher than cars — have blocked residents from crossing the street or seeing oncoming traffic.

— Barbara Kingsley-Wilson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
While white doors can also show scuffs and dirt more easily, the hue is timeless and pairs well with a variety of exterior fixtures and colors.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 25 Sep. 2026

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