house dust
/ˈhaʊs ˌdʌst/noun
1Dust found in the home, especially considered as a source of infectious agents or allergens.
2Household refuse, especially that consisting of ashes, dust, and other fine particles. Now historical.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Edinburgh Literary Journal. From house + dust.
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