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Meaning of sweeper
A person or device that sweeps
Etymology of sweeper
The word "sweeper" originates from the verb "sweep", which comes from the Old English word "swāpan", meaning to sweep or clean
The term "sweeper" has been used since the 15th century to refer to a person who sweeps, and later, in the 19th century, to refer to a device used for sweeping
Synonyms
cleaner
broom
brush
mop
dustpan
vacuum
janitor
sanitation worker
street cleaner
road sweeper
floor cleaner
custodian
maintenance worker
handyman
caretaker
groundskeeper
scavenger
picker
collector
gatherer
remover
wiper
duster
polisher
scrubber
swabber
charwoman
housekeeper
maid
servant
attendant
cleaner upper
tidier
organizer
Definitions
- A person, typically a municipal employee, who sweeps streets, sidewalks, or other public areas to keep them clean
- * A device, typically a machine, used for sweeping floors, streets, or other surfaces
- * In sports, a player who sweeps the ball or opponent in a particular direction
Usage Examples
- The street sweeper drove down the road, cleaning up debris and leaves
- * The hockey player used her stick to sweep the puck across the ice
- * The janitor used a sweeper to clean the floor of the office building