Duster: meaning, definitions and examples
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duster
[ ˈdʌstər ]
cleaning tool
A duster is a tool used for removing dust from surfaces. It typically consists of a long handle with a soft, fluffy material attached to the end. Dusters are commonly used to clean furniture, shelves, and other household items.
Synonyms
cleaning brush, dust cloth, feather duster
Examples of usage
- The maid used a duster to clean the bookshelves.
- She gently ran the duster over the antique table to remove the dust.
- I always keep a duster handy to quickly clean up any mess.
Translations
Translations of the word "duster" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pano de pó
🇮🇳 धूल झाड़ने वाला
🇩🇪 Staubtuch
🇮🇩 kain lap debu
🇺🇦 пилотер
🇵🇱 ściereczka do kurzu
🇯🇵 ダスター
🇫🇷 chiffon à poussière
🇪🇸 trapo del polvo
🇹🇷 toz bezi
🇰🇷 먼지걸레
🇸🇦 قماش غبار
🇨🇿 utěrka na prach
🇸🇰 handra na prach
🇨🇳 抹布
🇸🇮 krpa za prah
🇮🇸 rykklútur
🇰🇿 шаң сүрткіш
🇬🇪 მტვრის საწმენდი
🇦🇿 toz bezi
🇲🇽 trapo del polvo
Word origin
The word 'duster' originated in the 14th century and was derived from the Middle English word 'dusten', which means to shake dust. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a tool specifically designed for removing dust. The use of dusters became more common with the rise of indoor furniture and the need to keep living spaces clean.