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noun / verb

broom

BROOM/bruːm/

A long-handled bristled tool for sweeping, or to sweep with one.

The broom rests on its broad head of stiff bristles.

A single household broom with a long wooden handle and a broad, clearly visible head of stiff bristles resting on the floor.
Etymology
broomOld Englishbroom shrub

Old English brom named a shrub with long, slender branches. Its twigs were tied to a handle for sweeping, transferring the plant's name to the cleaning tool.

In context

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More examples

  • He broomed the leaves into a pile.
  • The broom's bristles were worn unevenly.
  • Two brooms stood beside the door.

Forms

broom · brooms · broomed · brooming

Similar words

brush
A bristled tool of many sizes and purposes.
mop
A cleaning tool used mainly with liquid.