dust bunny

noun

: an aggregate of dust
swept the dust bunnies from under the bed

Examples of dust bunny in a Sentence

I swept the dust bunnies from under the bed.
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The dust that collects in your home can turn into tumbleweed-like dust bunnies, wreaking havoc on allergies and indoor air quality. Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026 There’s still a time and place for the pristine glassware, fancy silver, and perfectly arranged centerpieces, but no one is going to judge you if there’s a little dust bunny in the corner or for choosing paper napkins over linen. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026 On the first floor, my kids are constantly tracking in dirt from soccer practice, and the second floor is now a residence for dust bunnies. Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025 This one's made for busy multitaskers, parents, pet owners, and anyone who’s over-bending under furniture or chasing dust bunnies. PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dust bunny

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dust bunny was in 1952

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“Dust bunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20bunny. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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