carpet sweeper
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noun
a pushable, long-handled implement for removing dirt, lint, etc., from rugs and carpets, consisting of a metal case enclosing one or more brushes that rotate.
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Origin of carpet sweeper
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
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British Dictionary definitions for carpet sweeper
carpet-sweeper
noun
a household device with a revolving brush for sweeping carpets
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