1
: one that removes dust
2
a(1)
: a long lightweight overgarment to protect clothing from dust
(2)
: a long coat cut like a duster
called also duster coat
b
: a dress-length housecoat
3
: one that scatters fine particles
specifically
: a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops
4
Examples of duster in a Sentence
He wore a tan duster.
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That means shaking dusters outside to release particles, and washing rags in the washing machine along with a disinfecting solution of bleach or vinegar.
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Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
Meanwhile, 17% used air dusters, 12% inhaled nail polish, and 11% used paint thinner, gasoline, and spray deodorant.
—Korin Miller, Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Fiorucci showed the true-blue wash on overalls and a duster coat.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2024
The extendable duster has an opening in the middle to fit around fan blades.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2024
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Elizabeth Brownfield, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
Meanwhile, 17% used air dusters, 12% inhaled nail polish, and 11% used paint thinner, gasoline, and spray deodorant.
—Korin Miller, Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Fiorucci showed the true-blue wash on overalls and a duster coat.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2024
The extendable duster has an opening in the middle to fit around fan blades.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2024
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“Duster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duster. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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duster
noun
dust·er
ˈdəs-tər 
1
: one that dusts
2
a
: a loose-fitting usually lightweight long coat
called also duster coat
b
: a dress-length housecoat
3
: one that scatters fine particles
especially
: a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops compare crop duster
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