First Known Use: before 12th century
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filth
noun \ˈfilth\
: a large and very unpleasant amount of dirt : very dirty conditions
: something that is very offensive or disgusting and often is about sex
Full Definition of FILTH
1
: foul or putrid matter; especially : loathsome dirt or refuse
2
a : moral corruption or defilement b : something that tends to corrupt or defile
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Origin of FILTH
Middle English, from Old English fȳlth, from fūl foul
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filth
noun \ˈfilth\
Definition of FILTH for Kids
: disgusting dirt
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