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Home and Garden - Cleaning Supplies

Here you will learn some English words related to cleaning supplies such as "broom", "sponge", and "mop".

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broom
broom
[noun]

a brush attached to a long handle that is used to clean the floor

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dustpan
dustpan
[noun]

a small, flat container with a handle used to collect dust, dirt, or debris swept from the floor with a brush

Ex: A small dustpan is perfect for kitchen messes .
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mop
mop
[noun]

a cleaning tool consisting of a long handle with absorbent material like sponge, yarn, or cloth attached at the end, used for wiping or scrubbing floors

Ex: He accidentally left the mop in the hallway .
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bucket
bucket
[noun]

a round open container, made of plastic or metal, with a handle used for keeping or carrying things

Ex: After the storm , they used a bucket to bail out water that had collected in the basement .
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sponge
sponge
[noun]

a porous, absorbent material made of cellulose or other materials used for cleaning, washing, or applying liquid substances

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microfiber cloth

a soft, lint-free cloths made of synthetic fibers, designed for dusting, wiping, and general cleaning

Ex: The microfiber cloth is great for cleaning mirrors without leaving lint behind .
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scrub brush

a brush covered with short, stiff bristles that is particularly used for cleaning floors

Ex: The scrub brush worked well to remove the grime from the garage floor .
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dusting wand

a long-handled tool with a soft, dust-attracting material on the end, used for reaching and dusting high or hard-to-reach areas

Ex: He grabbed the dusting wand to clear away the dust from the lampshades .
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window squeegee

a handheld tool with a rubber blade, used for removing liquid and cleaning solutions from windows and glass surfaces

Ex: He carefully pulled the window squeegee across the glass , making sure it was spotless .
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spray bottle

a handheld container with a nozzle that sprays liquids in a fine mist

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all-purpose cleaner

a versatile cleaning solution suitable for various surfaces and general cleaning tasks

Ex: I always keep a bottle of all-purpose cleaner handy for quick cleanups .
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glass cleaner

a specialized cleaning solution formulated for cleaning and removing streaks from glass surfaces

Ex: The glass cleaner made the windows sparkle in the sunlight .
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disinfecting wipe

a pre-moistened disposable wipe containing disinfectant solutions, used for quick and convenient surface disinfection

Ex: He used a disinfecting wipe to clean his phone after dropping it on the floor .
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toilet brush

a brush with a long handle and bristles, specifically designed for cleaning toilets

Ex: He used a toilet brush to remove the hard water stains that had built up over time .
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toilet bowl cleaner

a cleaning solution or gel formulated to remove stains, mineral deposits, and odors from toilet bowls

Ex: I need to buy more toilet bowl cleaner since the bottle is almost empty .
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paper towel

a type of thick absorbent paper used for drying things

Ex: He wiped the grease off the stove with a paper towel.
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rubber glove

a protective glove made of rubber or latex, worn to shield hands from chemicals and potential contamination during cleaning

Ex: He used rubber gloves to handle the cleaning supplies to avoid skin irritation .
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dust mask
dust mask
[noun]

a protective mask worn over the mouth and nose to filter out dust particles and other airborne substances during cleaning

Ex: She put on a dust mask before cleaning the attic , where there was a lot of dust .
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apron
apron
[noun]

a piece of clothing that is tied around the waist which protects the front part of the body from stains, dirt, etc. when working

Ex: The chef’s white cotton apron featured embroidered pockets for holding utensils and recipe cards.
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carpet cleaner

a cleaning solution designed specifically for deep cleaning and removing stains from carpets

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floor cleaner

a cleaning solution formulated for cleaning and maintaining different types of flooring surfaces, such as wood, tile, or laminate

Ex: The store was out of the floor cleaner I usually buy , so I had to try a new brand .
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grout brush

a tool designed for scrubbing and removing dirt from the narrow spaces between tiles or surfaces

Ex: He grabbed the grout brush to tackle the grout buildup on the kitchen backsplash .
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oven cleaner

a cleaning product specifically designed to remove grease, burnt-on food, and stains from ovens and stovetops

Ex: After using the oven cleaner, the oven looked as good as new .
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stainless steel cleaner

a specialized cleaning product or solution used to clean and polish stainless steel surfaces, removing fingerprints and smudges

Ex: After applying the stainless steel cleaner, the dishwasher looks brand new .
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stain remover

a substance or product that is used to remove spots or marks from fabrics, surfaces, or other materials

Ex: If you treat the stain right away with a good stain remover, it is more likely to come out .
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polish
polish
[noun]

a substance that one can rub into a surface to make it shiny and smooth

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dust bag
dust bag
[noun]

a fabric or disposable bag designed to collect and trap dust and debris, typically used with vacuum cleaners or as protective covers for storing items

Ex: I noticed the vacuum was n't picking up dirt well , so I checked the dust bag and found it was clogged .
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lint roller

a sticky roll used to remove lint and other particles from fabrics

Ex: Before leaving the house , she gave her dress a quick pass with the lint roller.
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lint brush

a handheld brush with bristles or an adhesive surface used to remove lint and other particles from fabrics by brushing or sweeping it over the affected area

Ex: The lint brush is a lifesaver when trying to get rid of the fuzz on my black pants .
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recycle bin

a designated container or receptacle used for collecting recyclable materials, such as paper, plastic, glass, or metal, in order to facilitate their proper recycling and reduce waste

Ex: The recycle bin was overflowing with old magazines and cardboard .
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cleaning solution

a liquid formulated for cleaning, designed to remove dirt and stains from surfaces

Ex: After using the cleaning solution, the countertop looked as good as new .
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plunger
plunger
[noun]

a tool with a rubber cup fixed to a handle, used for clearing blocked pipes or drains

Ex: The homeowner successfully used a plunger to fix the slow-draining bathtub .
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duster
duster
[noun]

a brush or a piece of cloth that is particularly used for removing dust from surfaces

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