Phrase guide

treat like dirt

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To treat someone badly, especially with disrespect or contempt.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Qualifier: simile

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: treat like garbage, treat like shit

Antonyms: pamper, spoil

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Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: kohdella kuin saastaa — Translations
  • French: traiter comme de la merde — Translations
  • Polish: traktować jak śmieci — Translations
  • Polish: potraktować jak śmieci — Translations
  • Spanish: ningunear — Translations
  • Spanish: tratar como mierda — Translations