li
tter
Plural
litters
1
waste such as bottles, papers, etc. that people throw on a sidewalk, park, or other public place
- Please don’t throw litter on the sidewalk—use the bin.
- Volunteers gathered to clean up litter from the beach.
- Litter left by careless visitors is harmful to wildlife.
- The sign reads, “No litter allowed,” to keep the area clean.
- The city fined him for throwing litter out of his car window.
2
a group of newly-born mammals from the same mother
3
material used to provide a bed for animals
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4
a human-powered vehicle, typically an enclosed chair or bed, carried on poles by people
A litter is a type of transportation used to carry people, typically consisting of a platform or chair with handles, designed to be carried by two or more people. It is often associated with royal or ceremonial use and is carried by human bearers, sometimes seen in historical or traditional settings.
- The queen traveled in a luxurious litter carried by four strong men.
- During parades, nobles often rode in decorated litters.
- The emperor's litter was adorned with gold and silk curtains.
- Servants carefully lifted the litter to carry their lord across town.
- In medieval times, litters provided a smooth ride over rough terrain.