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Vacuumed: meaning, definitions and examples

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vacuumed

 

[ ˈvæk.juːmd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cleaning action

The term 'vacuumed' refers to the action of using a vacuum cleaner to remove dust, dirt, and debris from floors, carpets, and furniture. It is a common household chore that helps maintain cleanliness and hygiene in living spaces. This action is essential to keep an area tidy and can also aid in improving air quality by removing allergens. Vacuuming is often performed on a regular basis to ensure that homes remain free from allergens and other irritants.

Synonyms

cleaned, extracted, hoovered, sucked up

Examples of usage

  • I vacuumed the living room yesterday.
  • She vacuumed every corner of the house.
  • After the party, I vacuumed the carpet to clean up.
  • Don't forget to vacuum the stairs!

Translations

Translations of the word "vacuumed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aspirado

🇮🇳 वैक्यूम किया हुआ

🇩🇪 gesaugt

🇮🇩 disedot

🇺🇦 прибрано пилососом

🇵🇱 odkurzone

🇯🇵 掃除された

🇫🇷 aspiré

🇪🇸 aspirado

🇹🇷 vakumlanmış

🇰🇷 진공 청소된

🇸🇦 تم تفريغه

🇨🇿 vysáto

🇸🇰 vysávané

🇨🇳 已吸尘

🇸🇮 vacuumirano

🇮🇸 sogið

🇰🇿 сорылған

🇬🇪 შეიფარა

🇦🇿 vakum edilmiş

🇲🇽 aspirado

Etymology

The word 'vacuum' originates from the Latin word 'vacuus', which means 'empty'. The term 'vacuum cleaner' became popular in the early 20th century, as the first electric vacuum cleaners were invented and marketed. Prior to that, people used various manual methods for cleaning purposes. The process of vacuuming has evolved significantly since its inception, with modern designs featuring advanced technology that offers more efficient cleaning. 'Vacuum' as a verb began to be used in the early 20th century as well, becoming increasingly common as household appliances gained popularity. Over time, the act of vacuuming has become a standard practice in maintaining cleanliness within homes and workspaces.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,001, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.