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vacuum cleaner
noun
: a household appliance for cleaning floors, carpets, upholstery, etc. by suction
called also vacuum sweeper
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—Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
Walmart’s Black Friday sale includes so many deals on vacuum cleaners from other top brands.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Dyson From vacuum cleaners to air purifiers and beyond, Dyson is offering savings of up to $300 on select technology ahead of Black Friday.
—Alexis Simmerman, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
Buy a bunch of bags, throw your clothes in, and suck all the air out with a pump or vacuum cleaner.
—David Pierce, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1903, in the meaning defined above
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“Vacuum cleaner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vacuum%20cleaner. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
vacuum cleaner
noun
: an electrical appliance for cleaning (as floors or rugs) by suction
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