dustpan

American  

[duhst-pan] / ˈdʌstˌpæn /

noun

1. a short-handled shovellike utensil into which dust is swept for removal.

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dustpan British  

/ ˈdʌstˌpæn /

noun

1. a short-handled hooded shovel into which dust is swept from floors, etc

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Etymology

Origin of dustpan

First recorded in 1775–85; dust + pan ¹

Example Sentences

Her mere presence sometimes sparks fear and commotion in a kitchen, sending workers scrambling to pick up a dustpan and broom to sweep up debris.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2023

Together, they landed on a new type of mop: a dustpan, broom, and buffer all in one.

From Salon • Jul. 12, 2022

It was designed by artist Bartłomiej Kiełbowicz, who also has created fake labels people have been sticking on shelves inside Leroy Merlin stores, including one for a broom and dustpan “for sweeping away guilt.”

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2022

While the water runs, Rapinchuk recommends working the tips of the bristles into the soapy dustpan to remove excess dirt.

From Washington Post • Feb. 1, 2022

I ask, sweeping a glass piece off the rug to the floor and up the incline to the dustpan.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko