ash1
n.
- the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance.
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(ashes)
the remains of a human body after cremation or burning.
▸(in chemical analysis) the mineral component of an organic substance (indicated by the residue left after burning).
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(the Ashes)
a cricket trophy awarded for a Test match series between England and Australia.
[from a mock obituary notice referring to the symbolical remains of English cricket.]
Phrase
- turn to ashes in one's mouth
become bitterly disappointing or worthless. - rise from the ashes
be renewed after destruction.
Derivative
Etymology
OE æsce, aexe, of Gmc origin.