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Cleaning Brush

/ˈkliː.nɪŋ brʌʃ/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A tool with bristles used for cleaning surfaces.

    "She used a cleaning brush to scrub the kitchen counter."
  2. 2

    A specific type of brush designed for cleaning various objects or areas.

    "The cleaning brush was effective in removing dirt from the carpet."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'cleaning brush' combines the verb 'clean', derived from Old English 'clæne' meaning 'pure' or 'clear', and 'brush', which comes from Middle English 'brushe', referring to a tool made of bristles. The usage has evolved to denote a specific tool for cleaning purposes.

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