dustpan
Dustpan (noun) means a flat, handled scoop used with a brush to collect swept-up dirt. Example: “He swept the broken glass into the dustpan.”
How to use dustpan
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe flat scoop you sweep rubbish into with a brush.
Word forms
dustpans plural
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Etymology
A simple compound of "dust" and "pan," describing its shape and function.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “dustpan” mean?
The word “dustpan” means a flat, handled scoop used with a brush to collect swept-up dirt. In plain terms, the flat scoop you sweep rubbish into with a brush.
How do you pronounce “dustpan”?
“Dustpan” is pronounced DUHST-pan (/ˈdʌstpæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “dustpan” in a sentence?
Here is “dustpan” used in a sentence: “He swept the broken glass into the dustpan.”
What part of speech is “dustpan”?
“Dustpan” is a noun.