Definition of broom

broomnoun

chổi

/bruːm//bruːm/

The origin of the word "broom" dates back to Old English, where it was spelled "brōm". It comes from the Proto-Germanic word "*bromiz" which was derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*bhel-", meaning "to shine" or "to sparkle". In Old English, the word "brōm" referred to a bundle of twigs or branches used for sweeping or cleaning. Over time, the spelling and meaning of the word evolved, and it became synonymous with a household cleaning tool, typically made of bristles or fibers attached to a handle. Today, the word "broom" is used in many languages, often reflecting its Old English roots. Its connection to the Proto-Indo-European root "*bhel-" is a fascinating example of how words can evolve and spread across languages over thousands of years.

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a brush on the end of a long handle, used for sweeping floors

một bàn chải ở đầu có tay cầm dài, dùng để quét sàn

Example:
  • Grab a broom and let’s clean up.

    Hãy lấy một cây chổi và cùng dọn dẹp nào.

a wild bush with small yellow flowers

một bụi cây dại có hoa nhỏ màu vàng

Related words and phrases

Idioms

a new broom
(British English, often disapproving)a person who has just started to work for an organization, department, etc., especially in a senior job, and who is likely to make a lot of changes
  • Well, you know what they say—a new broom sweeps clean.