carpet sweeper

noun

1. a pushable, long-handled implement for removing dirt, lint, etc., from rugs and carpets, consisting of a metal case enclosing one or more brushes that rotate.

carpet-sweeper

noun

1. a household device with a revolving brush for sweeping carpets

Word History and Origins

Origin of carpet sweeper¹

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60

Example Sentences

Its final line: "I am glad that the carpet sweepers can never erase them."

From Salon

The opera’s second act begins with a scene showing Anne at home with Susan, using an old-fashioned carpet sweeper.

From New York Times

And wash tubs, waffle irons, spice tins, carpet sweepers, rug beaters.

From Washington Times

Harold made a surreptitious attempt to break into the most promising parcel he could find, but he was ill rewarded by the inside, which happened to be a patent carpet sweeper.

From Project Gutenberg

The competition is not about producing a better robotic floor mopper or carpet sweeper.

From BBC