Word
dusting
Phoneticsdust·ing
US/ˈdəstɪŋ/
UK/dˈʌstɪŋ/
Definition
n. the act of cleaning the dust off furniture and other surfaces in a house.
n. the action of removing fine particles of dirt or debris from surfaces, typically using a cloth or brush.
Examples
“I do the dusting every Saturday morning.”
“After the renovation was finished, the house required a thorough dusting to remove the layer of white powder on the bookshelves.”
“While a light dusting may suffice for daily maintenance, a deep clean involves moving every ornament to ensure no allergens remain trapped behind the displays.”
Examples
simple
“I do the dusting every Saturday morning.”
contextual
“After the renovation was finished, the house required a thorough dusting to remove the layer of white powder on the bookshelves.”
complex
“While a light dusting may suffice for daily maintenance, a deep clean involves moving every ornament to ensure no allergens remain trapped behind the displays.”
Usage
Often used with the verb 'to do' ('do the dusting') or as a singular noun phrase ('a dusting of').
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