Trash

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-028641",
  "term": "Trash",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. Material considered worthless or offensive that is thrown away. Generally defined as dry waste material, but in common usage it is a synonym for garbage, rubbish, or refuse.\n\n2. Consists of litter, debris, and other types of discarded solid waste. Trash can be contaminated with toxins or bacteria, and it harms fish and wildlife that eat it or become entangled in it. In areas where people swim or wade, trash can present a human health and/or safety threat.\n\n3. Trash consists of litter, debris, and other types of discarded solid waste. Trash can be contaminated with toxins or bacteria, and it harms fish and wildlife that eat it or become entangled in it. In areas where people swim or wade, trash can present a human health and/or safety threat.",
  "subject": "General environmental",
  "references": [
    "Terms of Environment",
    "How's My Waterway Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/trash/"
}