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

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

The extendable duster has an opening in the middle to fit around fan blades. —Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 17 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