duster

noun

dust·​er ˈdə-stər How to pronounce duster (audio)
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

Examples of duster in a Sentence

He wore a tan duster.
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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 See all Example Sentences for duster 

Word History

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of duster was in 1576

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“Duster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duster. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

duster

noun
dust·​er ˈdəs-tər How to pronounce duster (audio)
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

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