dumping
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1 waste disposal (n.) B2 Upper Intermediategetting rid of rubbish or unwanted things, often in a place that is not allowed.
the act of discarding waste or unwanted materials, particularly in an unregulated or illegal manner.
ExampleThe city is trying to stop the illegal dumping of old tyres in the forest.
ExampleEnvironmental agencies have increased surveillance to prevent the illegal dumping of toxic chemicals into the local river system.
UsageOften used as an uncountable noun or as part of a compound noun like 'illegal dumping'.
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2 selling at a low price (n.) C1 Advanced Technical Academic Lawselling products in another country at a very low price to hurt competitors.
the practice of exporting goods to a foreign market at a price lower than the home market price or the cost of production.
ExampleLocal farmers complained about the dumping of cheap imported grain.
ExampleThe government launched an investigation into steel dumping, alleging that foreign competitors were selling below market value to destroy local industry.
UsageCommonly used in international trade law and economics contexts.
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book dumping
The practice of donating old used books that burden rather than assist communities.
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granny dumping
The abandonment of an elderly relative in a public place, e.g. a hospital.
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homeless dumping
The practice of hospital employees or emergency workers releasing homeless patients on the streets instead of placing them into the custody of a relative or shelter or retaining them in a hospital where they may require expensive medical care.