dumsink [dumpsink]

dung used to refer to a place, such as down over a hill, etc., where garbage is thrown away. Also to a hole dug in the ground near the house, where garbage is thrown and into which the kitchen sink drains. "Throw it out in the dumsink." [dumpsink] JH 2/70 Used I 1 [see 'dunksink'...

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Summary:dung used to refer to a place, such as down over a hill, etc., where garbage is thrown away. Also to a hole dug in the ground near the house, where garbage is thrown and into which the kitchen sink drains. "Throw it out in the dumsink." [dumpsink] JH 2/70 Used I 1 [see 'dunksink']