Words that start with D

A dump is a place where garbage is taken to once you throw it away.

A sand dune is a small hill made entirely of sand that has been formed by wind blowing the sand around. Sand dunes are usually found in the desert or near the beach.

Dung beetles are insects that feed on dung. There are many different kinds of dung beetle. Some of them roll dung up into balls and roll it away to use it later.

Durians are a large, heavy, prickly fruit from Malaysia and Indonesia. They have a very strong smell that some people find disgusting and other people really like. The taste is described as like custard with almonds. Durians are used in many dishes in Malaysia, especially sweet desserts.

Dust is very fine dirt and lint that drifts through the air and settles on surfaces in your house, making them dull and grey. Dust needs to be cleaned up regularly with a soft cloth. The picture is of some cables from the inside of a computer. They are very dusty. When there is a storm that picks up a lot of dirt in the air, it is called a dust storm.