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cleaning brush

[ ˈkliː.nɪŋ brʌʃ ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

household cleaning

A cleaning brush is a tool with bristles used for scrubbing and cleaning surfaces. It is commonly used for tasks such as washing dishes, scrubbing floors, or cleaning bathroom tiles.

Synonyms

scrub brush, scrubber, scrubbing brush.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
cleaning brush	General term for a tool used to clean various surfaces such as floors, walls, and counters. Suitable for everyday cleaning tasks around the house. I use a cleaning brush to clean the kitchen counters. She bought a new cleaning brush for the bathroom.
scrub brush	This term often refers to a more heavy-duty brush used for scrubbing tough stains or dirt. It is suitable for cleaning outdoor surfaces or heavily soiled areas. He used a scrub brush to clean the mud off his boots. The patio needed a good scrub with a scrub brush.
scrubbing brush	Similar to 'scrub brush', a scrubbing brush is used for intensive cleaning tasks where scrubbing is required to remove tough stains or dirt. The scrubbing brush worked wonders on the dirty grout. You’ll need a scrubbing brush to clean those oil stains.
scrubber	A scrubber can refer to a variety of cleaning tools, including pads and brushes, designed to scrub surfaces clean. It is often used for both general and intensive cleaning tasks. I got a new scrubber to clean the bathroom tiles. She used a scrubber to get rid of the soap scum in the shower.

Examples of usage

The cleaning brush effectively removes dirt and grime from the kitchen sink.
She used a cleaning brush to scrub the bathtub clean.
I always keep a cleaning brush handy for cleaning hard-to-reach areas.
The cleaning brush is perfect for removing dust from shelves.
Make sure to rinse the cleaning brush thoroughly after each use.

Translations

Translations of the word "cleaning brush" in other languages:

🇵🇹 escova de limpeza

🇮🇳 सफाई ब्रश

🇩🇪 Reinigungsbürste

🇮🇩 sikat pembersih

🇺🇦 щітка для прибирання

🇵🇱 szczotka do czyszczenia

🇯🇵 掃除用ブラシ

🇫🇷 brosse de nettoyage

🇪🇸 cepillo de limpieza

🇹🇷 temizlik fırçası

🇰🇷 청소 브러시

🇸🇦 فرشاة تنظيف

🇨🇿 čisticí kartáč

🇸🇰 čistiaca kefa

🇨🇳 清洁刷

🇸🇮 čistilna krtača

🇮🇸 hreinsibursti

🇰🇿 тазалау щеткасы

🇬🇪 საწმენდი ჯაგრისი

🇦🇿 təmizlik fırçası

🇲🇽 cepillo de limpieza

Etymology

The concept of using a brush for cleaning dates back to ancient civilizations, where various types of brushes made from natural materials like twigs or animal hair were used for cleaning purposes. Over time, the design and materials used in cleaning brushes evolved, leading to the modern-day cleaning brush made with synthetic bristles and ergonomic handles for efficient cleaning.