dustpan

/ˈdʌstpæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A container with a wide lip and a long handle used for collecting dust and other dry particles.

“She picked up the dustpan and began sweeping the floor.”

2. verb

To use a dustpan to collect or remove dust or dry particles.

“He dustpans the floor before mopping it clean.”

3. verb

To remove or clear something, especially dust or dry particles, from a surface.

“She dustpans the furniture to remove the dust.”

Synonyms

  • brush
  • scoop
  • sweeper

Antonyms

  • dampen
  • moisten