Dustpan

Dustpan

/หˆdสŒstpรฆn/
Noun General British

British and American term for pan for collecting swept dirt.

Etymology & History

British and American term for pan for collecting swept dirt. British use more commonly with 'dustpan and brush' as set. American usage similar but British emphasis on the pairing is cultural.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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