Defile Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Defile

Meaning 1 : make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically

    Synonyms : maculate,  stain,  sully,  tarnish
Meaning 2 : place under suspicion or cast doubt upon

    Synonyms : cloud,  corrupt,  sully,  taint
Meaning 3 : a narrow pass (especially one between mountains)

    Synonyms : gorge
Meaning 4 : spot, stain, or pollute

    Example : The townspeople defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it

    Synonyms : befoul,  foul,  maculate


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