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dust
When used as a noun, "dust" is usually an uncountable noun. This means you do not say "dusts" when referring to the particles in your house; instead, you use phrases like "a layer of dust" or "some dust." Be careful with the verb meanings! "Dusting the table" can mean two opposite things: removing the dirt from it OR sprinkling something (like flour) onto it. You must look at the context to know which one is meant.
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The inventory logs are a joke. This entire rack is covered in dust.
My bad. I'll have the team touch base and get it sorted ASAP.
Meanings
Fine particles of matter consisting of dirt, skin cells, or disintegrated minerals.
"The sunlight revealed dust dancing in the air."
To remove dust from the surface of something.
"She spent the morning dusting the bookshelves."
To sprinkle a fine powder over something.
"Dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving."
To become covered in dust or to break down into dust.
"The old ruins slowly dusted away over centuries of erosion."