Synonyms of landfill

landfill

noun

ˈlan(d)-ˌfil 

as in dump

a place where discarded materials (as trash) are dumped

we took all of our old, broken furniture to the landfill

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dump
• sanitary landfill
• tip
• junkyard
• dustbin
• mess
• midden
• transfer station
• dustheap
• kitchen midden
• pigsty
• pigpen
• sty

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of landfill

In some areas, ashes from the Great Chicago Fire were used as landfill. — Rima Suqi, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

CalRecycle estimates that 7,294 tons of batteries are improperly disposed of in California landfills every year, and that batteries are the top cause of fires in the state’s waste facilities. — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

This approach will help preserve Broward’s landfill and waste-to-energy capacity. — Stephanie Pearson, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2026

The landfill, proposed by Chilsom Trail Disposal, is planned for 291 Private Road 4674, near the Trinity River and Bobo’s Crossing in Aurora. — Mary Ella Hastings july 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026

Phrases Containing landfill

• sanitary landfill