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Definitions

fouling

[fou-ling] / ˈfaʊ lɪŋ /
NOUN
pollution
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abuse corruption deterioration infection
STRONG
adulteration blight decomposition defilement desecration dirtying foulness impairment impurity misuse profanation rottenness soiling spoliation taint uncleanness vitiation
WEAK
besmearing besmirching greenhouse effect polluting tainting
Antonyms
STRONGEST
sterility
WEAK
cleanliness purification

Example Sentences

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A Cardiff rugby club has said dog fouling on its playing fields is a "huge problem" which has been causing tension within the community.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

However, a judge ordered the council to re-look at the complaint, saying it had not considered the nub of the matter - whether the fouling constituted a "statutory nuisance".

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025

He ended up fouling out Irving in the fourth quarter of Arcadia’s 58-53 victory.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

He repeatedly and smartly got Pasadena players off balance and fouling with pump fakes.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

“You know how much Dusty Muleman got fined for dumping his holding tank? For fouling nature with that awful crap? Guess what his punishment was!”

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen