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dredge

/dɹɛdʒ/

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noun

Any instrument used to gather or take by dragging; as:

Examples :

"The fisherman used a large dredge to collect clams from the shallow waters. "

utensil nautical machine ocean vehicle

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noun

Very fine mineral matter held in suspension in water.

Examples :

"The muddy water contained a thick dredge of silt, making it unsuitable for drinking. "

geology environment nature mineral

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verb

To make a channel deeper or wider using a dredge.

Examples :

"The construction crew used a dredge to deepen the river channel for easier boat passage. "

nautical technical industry environment action geography

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verb

To bring something to the surface with a dredge.

Examples :

"The fishermen used a dredge to bring up the clams from the ocean floor. "

nautical technology environment industry ocean

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verb

(Usually with up) to unearth.

Examples :

"The archaeologists dredged up many ancient pottery shards from the riverbed. "

archaeology history geology ocean

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noun

A large shaker for sprinkling spices or seasonings during food preparation.

Examples :

"She used the dredge to sprinkle a light layer of cinnamon onto her French toast. "

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verb

To sprinkle (food) with spices or seasonings, using a dredge.

Examples :

"Dredge the meat with the flour mixture you prepared earlier."

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noun

A mixture of oats and barley.

Examples :

"The school cafeteria served a hearty breakfast of dredge this morning. "

food agriculture