Dung - Comprehensive Dictionary Entry
Dung
Part of Speech
Noun, Verb
Pronunciation
/dʌŋ/
Definitions
- (Noun) Animal excrement, often used as fertilizer.
- (Verb) To fertilize land using animal manure.
Usage Examples
- "The farmer spread cow dung over the fields to enrich the soil."
- "The stable needed cleaning due to the accumulation of dung."
- "They dunged the land before planting the new crops."
Etymology
From Old English "dung," meaning manure or excrement, related to Old Norse "dyngja" (heap of manure).
Synonyms
- Manure
- Excrement
- Droppings
- Feces
Antonyms
Translations
| Language |
Translation |
Pronunciation |
| French |
Fumier |
/fy.mje/ |
| Spanish |
Estiércol |
/esˈtjerkol/ |
| Hindi |
गोबर (Gobhar) |
/ɡobər/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) |
粪 (Fèn) |
/fən˥˩/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /dʌŋ/
- American English: /dʌŋ/
Historical Usage
Dung has been used for thousands of years as a natural fertilizer and fuel source, particularly in agrarian societies.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, animal dung is considered a valuable resource for agriculture, while in others, it may carry negative connotations related to filth.
More Information
Animal dung is not only used in farming but also in traditional building materials, biogas production, and even medicinal practices in some cultures.