duster

noun

dust·​er ˈdə-stər 

1

: one that removes dust

2

a(1)

: a long lightweight overgarment to protect clothing from dust

(2)

: a long coat cut like a duster

called also duster coat

b

: a dress-length housecoat

3

: one that scatters fine particles

specifically : a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops

4

: dust storm

Examples of duster in a Sentence

He wore a tan duster.

Recent Examples on the Web

These dusters feature a slim flat base covered with a washable and reusable microfiber cloth that can slide under the bottom of appliances, picking up dust and other debris that has collected. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Nov. 2024

That means shaking dusters outside to release particles, and washing rags in the washing machine along with a disinfecting solution of bleach or vinegar. —Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024

Meanwhile, 17% used air dusters, 12% inhaled nail polish, and 11% used paint thinner, gasoline, and spray deodorant. —Korin Miller, Health, 2 Oct. 2024

Fiorucci showed the true-blue wash on overalls and a duster coat. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing duster

• crop duster
• feather duster
• knuckle-duster

Kids Definition

duster

noun

dust·​er ˈdəs-tər 

1

: one that dusts

2

a

: a loose-fitting usually lightweight long coat

called also duster coat

b

: a dress-length housecoat

3

: one that scatters fine particles

especially : a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops compare crop duster