vacuum cleaner

noun

: a household appliance for cleaning floors, carpets, upholstery, etc. by suction

called also vacuum sweeper

Examples of vacuum cleaner in a Sentence

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Although not quite as fancy as the V15, the Dyson V11 Origin still offers a high-tech upgrade to your classic stick vacuum cleaner. Cierra Cowan July 11, PC Magazine, 11 July 2025 Use the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner to suck up dirt and dust over all these areas. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 11 July 2025 Likely some readers are aware that Eufy is the brand name for a line of wireless autonomous vacuum cleaners. David McGrath, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025 Amazon Prime Day is a great time to save on a new vacuum cleaner. Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for vacuum cleaner

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vacuum cleaner was in 1903

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“Vacuum cleaner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vacuum%20cleaner. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

vacuum cleaner

noun
: an electrical appliance for cleaning (as floors or rugs) by suction

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