DUST
1. Fine, dry particles of matter.
2. A cloud of fine, dry particles.
3. Particles of matter regarded as the result of
disintegration: fabric that had fallen to dust over the centuries.
4.
1. Earth, especially when regarded as the substance of the grave: “
ashes to ashes, dust to dust” (Book of Common Prayer).
2. The surface of
the ground.
5. A debased or despised condition.
6. Something of no worth.
7. Chiefly British. Rubbish readied for disposal.
8. Confusion; agitation; commotion: won't go back in until the dust settles.