sweeper
Sweeper (noun) means a person or machine that cleans by sweeping. Example: “The street sweeper passed by early in the morning.”
How to use sweeper
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone or something that sweeps, or (in football/soccer) a defender positioned behind the rest of the defense.
Word forms
sweepers plural
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The street _____ passed by early in the morning.
Etymology
From "sweep" plus the "-er" ending, from Middle English swepere.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sweeper” mean?
The word “sweeper” means a person or machine that cleans by sweeping. In plain terms, someone or something that sweeps, or (in football/soccer) a defender positioned behind the rest of the defense.
How do you pronounce “sweeper”?
“Sweeper” is pronounced SWEEP (/ˈswipɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sweeper” in a sentence?
Here is “sweeper” used in a sentence: “The street sweeper passed by early in the morning.”
What part of speech is “sweeper”?
“Sweeper” is a noun.
Where does the word “sweeper” come from?
The word “sweeper” comes from Middle English. From "sweep" plus the "-er" ending, from Middle English swepere.
How many meanings does “sweeper” have?
“Sweeper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or machine that cleans by sweeping.