noun
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fragments or remnants of something destroyed or broken; rubble
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a collection of loose material derived from rocks, or an accumulation of animal or vegetable matter
Etymology
Origin of debris
First recorded in 1700–10; from French débris, Middle French debris, derivative of debriser “to break up (into pieces),” Old French debrisier, from de- de- + brisier “to break” ( bruise )
Example Sentences
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Justin Seastrand, forest recreation manager at Angeles National Forest, said the East Fork watershed area would remain closed for another year due to severe burns that can cause flooding and possible debris flow.
From Los Angeles Times
Roads near Beirut's airport were also hit, leaving broken glass and debris lining the streets.
From BBC
Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura oil refinery was partially closed External link after being hit by debris following the interception of two drones, Saudi Press Agency reported, citing a source at the Ministry of Energy.
From Barron's
The Saudi Energy Ministry acknowledged limited damage at the Ras Tanura refinery, saying debris from two drone strikes had struck it, causing a limited fire that was contained.
From MarketWatch
Some of the damage to civilian infrastructure in the Gulf states is accidental - resulting from debris falling from intercepted missiles.
From BBC
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