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Definition of ashtray

ashtray

/ˈæʃ.treɪ/
ash · tray
Plural:ashtrays
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ashtray Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A small receptacle designed for the disposal of tobacco ash and cigarette or cigar butts.

Example

"He stubbed out his cigarette in the heavy glass ashtray resting on the patio table."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Originated in the late 19th century as a straightforward compound of 'ash' and 'tray', popularized alongside the mass production and widespread consumption of cigarettes.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ashtray. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ashtray
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