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Ditch for Dummies

verb

pronunciation: dɪʧ

What does Ditch really mean?

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Hey there! So, "ditch" can mean a few things, but let's break it down. First off, it can mean a long narrow hole or trench that's usually dug along the side of a road or field to hold water or for drainage. So, for example, when it rains, the water can flow into the ditch instead of pooling on the road.

Another meaning of "ditch" is to get rid of something or someone, like when you ditch your old backpack for a new one or when someone ditches a party early. So, it's like leaving something behind or abandoning it in a way.

There's also the saying "in the ditch," which means someone's in a tough spot or in trouble. It's like being stuck in a metaphorical hole or pit.

So, when we talk about "ditch," it could mean a hole in the ground, leaving something behind, or being in a tough situation. Does that make sense? Let me know if you have any questions!

Revised and Fact checked by Liam Lewis on 2023-11-09 18:16:47

Ditch In a sentece

Learn how to use Ditch inside a sentece

  • I had to ditch my old bicycle because it was broken beyond repair.
  • Let's ditch this boring movie and go do something more fun instead.
  • I think I left my keys in the ditch by the side of the road.
  • I will ditch my usual route and take a shortcut to get to school faster.
  • I don't want to ditch my friends, but I already made plans with someone else.

Ditch Synonyms

Words that can be interchanged for the original word in the same context.

Ditch Hypernyms

Words that are more generic than the original word.

Ditch Hyponyms

Words that are more specific than the original word.

Ditch Category

The domain category to which the original word belongs.

Ditch Usage Of

Words that the original word is a domain usage of.