noun

duster

DUHS-tuh

Duster (noun) means a cloth or soft implement used for wiping dust off surfaces. Example: “She kept a feather duster by the fireplace.”

noun

A cloth or soft implement used for wiping dust off surfaces.

"She kept a feather duster by the fireplace."

A long, loose-fitting lightweight coat.

"He wore a dust-coloured duster over his riding clothes."

How to use duster

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the cloth you use to wipe dust away, or a long, loose coat.

Common pairings

feather duster wear a duster

Word forms

dusters plural

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Etymology

Formed from "dust" plus the agent suffix "-er," meaning "thing (or person) that removes dust."

Synonyms

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Rhymes for duster

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Frequently asked questions

What does “duster” mean?

The word “duster” means a cloth or soft implement used for wiping dust off surfaces. In plain terms, either the cloth you use to wipe dust away, or a long, loose coat.

How do you pronounce “duster”?

“Duster” is pronounced DUHS-tuh (/ˈdʌstɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “duster” in a sentence?

Here is “duster” used in a sentence: “She kept a feather duster by the fireplace.”

What part of speech is “duster”?

“Duster” is a noun.

How many meanings does “duster” have?

“Duster” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cloth or soft implement used for wiping dust off surfaces.

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