What is another word for whiskbroom?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪskbɹuːm] (IPA)

The term "whiskbroom" refers to a small broom or brush, often used for sweeping small spaces such as crumbs from a table or dirt from a keyboard. Some synonyms for "whiskbroom" include "hand brush", "dustpan brush", and "desk brush". Other related terms might include "dust brush", "scrub brush", and "toothbrush". These brushes come in a variety of sizes and materials, from small plastic models to larger wooden ones. They can also be found with different bristle types and densities, such as natural or synthetic fibers, depending on the intended use. Whatever your cleaning needs, there is sure to be a whiskbroom or similar brush that is perfect for the job.

What are the hypernyms for Whiskbroom?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Whiskbroom

I explained my position, half under the bed, feeling that she had caught me in an attitude lacking in dignity, but the good creature sympathized with me and discovered my money at once, after which she insisted on taking my whiskbroom and vigorously dusting my knees.
"A Top-Floor Idyl"
George van Schaick
There, mindful of the fact that he had come from the contagious pavilion, the minister brushed his shabby smoking-coat with a whiskbroom to remove the germs!
"Love Stories"
Mary Roberts Rinehart
She was on her knees with dustpan and whiskbroom, cleaning up the fragments of glass on the stained carpet.
"The Inside of the Cup, Complete"
Winston Churchill Last Updated: March 5, 2009

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