1. fine, dry particles of matter
2. a fine powder made from something that has been crushed or ground

1. to remove dust from something by cleaning
2. to sprinkle with a powdery substance

Examples

• The old book was covered in dust.
• She wiped the dust off the table.
• The car kicked up clouds of dust on the dirt road.
• He dusted the furniture every Saturday.
• The baker dusted the cake with powdered sugar.
• Dust particles floated in the sunlight.
• Please dust the shelves in the living room.