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broom

/bruːm/ noun · British & US
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What does broom mean?

noun

A broom is a cleaning tool with a head of bristles or fibers attached to a handle, used for sweeping floors and other surfaces. It can also refer to a bundle of twigs or branches used for sweeping or as a symbol of purification.

Example

"She used a broom to sweep the floor before mopping it."

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