Definitions for wastebasketˈweɪstˌbæs kɪt, -ˌbɑ skɪt
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
waste•bas•ketˈweɪstˌbæs kɪt, -ˌbɑ skɪt(n.)
a standing open receptacle for trash. Also called waste′paper bas`ket.
Origin of wastebasket:
1855–60
Princeton's WordNet
wastepaper basket, waste-paper basket, wastebasket, waste basket, circular file(noun)
a container with an open top; for discarded paper and other rubbish
Wiktionary
wastebasket(Noun)
A receptacle for items that are to be discarded; a rubbish bin; a garbage can. Usually small and used indoors.
Origin: Compound of waste + basket.
Webster Dictionary
Wastebasket(noun)
a basket used in offices, libraries, etc., as a receptacle for waste paper
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