Dustpan
(noun)
- A shallow pan, typically with a long handle, used for sweeping dust, dirt, and debris into for easy disposal.
- A tool used for cleaning up dust, dirt, and debris.
Origin:
From dust + pan, a tool used for sweeping and collecting dust and debris.
Examples:
- The dustpan was used to sweep up the dirt.
- She used the dustpan to clean up the mess.
- The dustpan was used to sweep the floor.
- The dustpan and broom were used to clean up the garage.
- She used the dustpan to clean up the spilled flour.