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vacuum cleaner
noun
: a household appliance for cleaning floors, carpets, upholstery, etc. by suction
called also vacuum sweeper
Examples of vacuum cleaner in a Sentence
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By Ayesha Javed May 30, 2024 7:32 AM EDT
Dyson made its name with the world’s first bagless vacuum cleaner, which soon became a status symbol.
—Ayesha Javed, TIME, 30 May 2024
But not to worry, as the vacuum cleaner has four cleaning modes (auto, spot, edge, and manual) to target different messes on your floor.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 25 May 2024
The best upright vacuum cleaners typically have more cleaning power to suck up more dirt, dust, debris, and pet hair and can cover larger areas.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2024
For those looking for an awesome vacuum cleaner that will take over floor cleaning around the house, the Roborock Q5 is on sale right now.
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 20 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1903, in the meaning defined above
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Cite this Entry
“Vacuum cleaner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vacuum%20cleaner. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
vacuum cleaner
noun
: an electrical appliance for cleaning (as floors or rugs) by suction
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