Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoovering
verb
/ˈhuː.vər.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of cleaning a surface using a vacuum cleaner.
Examples
- She spent the afternoon hoovering the living room before the guests arrived.
- Every Saturday, he has a routine of hoovering the house.
- After the party, they were hoovering up remnants of food from the carpet.
Meaning
Hoovering primarily refers to the process of removing dirt, dust, and debris from floors and other surfaces using a device designed for suction.
Synonyms
- vacuuming
- cleaning
- suction
