Topic-Related Verbs - Verbs Related to Cleaning Using Tools

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to cleaning using tools such as "iron", "sweep", and "vacuum".

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Topic-Related Verbs
to sweep
to sweep [verb]

to clean a place by using a broom

Ex: He sweeps the porch to remove fallen leaves and dirt .
to scrub
to scrub [verb]

to clean a surface by rubbing it very hard using a brush, etc.

Ex: He scrubs the outdoor patio furniture to remove dirt and grime .
to iron
to iron [verb]

to use a heated appliance to straighten and smooth wrinkles and creases from fabric

Ex: He irons his pants carefully to make sure they are wrinkle-free .
to brush
to brush [verb]

to use a tool to arrange or tidy up your hair

Ex: He brushes his daughter 's hair gently to remove knots and tangles .
to comb
to comb [verb]

to use a tool with narrow, evenly spaced teeth to untangle and arrange hair

Ex:
to floss
to floss [verb]

to clean between teeth using a thin thread or similar tool

Ex: The dentist recommends flossing at least once a day to promote gum health .
to shave
to shave [verb]

to remove hair from the body using a razor or similar tool

Ex: The barber shaved the customer 's face with precision .
to shampoo
to shampoo [verb]

to wash something, like hair or carpets, using a special cleaning solution

Ex: He shampoos his dog 's fur to keep it clean and smelling good .
to groom
to groom [verb]

to make someone look neat and clean by fixing their hair, clothes, or overall appearance

Ex: He always makes sure to groom himself before any formal occasion .
to rake
to rake [verb]

to make a ground surface become level or smooth, using a special gardening tool

Ex: The groundskeeper rakes the sand in the playground to remove debris .
to mop
to mop [verb]

to clean a surface by wiping it with a handle attached to a sponge or cloth at its end

Ex: The janitor mops the hallway floors to maintain cleanliness .
to vacuum
to vacuum [verb]

to clean a surface by using a machine that sucks up dirt, dust, etc.

Ex: The housekeeper vacuumed the entire house before guests arrived .
to hoover
to hoover [verb]

to clean a surface by using a machine that sucks up dirt, dust, and debris

Ex: The cleaning crew hoovers the hotel lobby every morning to welcome guests with a pristine environment .
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