dust mop

noun

Examples of dust mop in a Sentence

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Use a dust mop with a washable pad dampened in a solution of ½ cup white vinegar and 1 gallon of water for cleaning, follow with a dry cloth, and let dry. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026 Instructions How to Deep Clean Hardwood Floors Vacuum or Dust the Floors Begin by removing dust and dirt from your hardwood floors with a dust mop, microfiber cloth, broom, or vacuum. Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 30 Dec. 2025 Even vacuuming or running a dust mop over the floor every few days as part of your morning routine helps the space feel fresh. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dust mop was in 1953

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“Dust mop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mop. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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