duster

noun

dust·​er ˈdə-stər How to pronounce duster (audio)
1
: one that removes dust
2
a(1)
: a long lightweight overgarment to protect clothing from dust
(2)
: a long coat cut like a duster

called also duster coat

b
: a dress-length housecoat
3
: one that scatters fine particles
specifically : a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops
4

Examples of duster in a Sentence

He wore a tan duster.
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Word History

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of duster was in 1576

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“Duster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duster. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

duster

noun
dust·​er ˈdəs-tər How to pronounce duster (audio)
1
: one that dusts
2
a
: a loose-fitting usually lightweight long coat

called also duster coat

b
: a dress-length housecoat
3
: one that scatters fine particles
especially : a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops compare crop duster

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