English · Common Verbs
sweep
/swiːp/
[/swiːp/]
clean with a brush
Beginnerverb
Definition
To clean a floor or surface by moving a brush across it to gather dust and dirt.
Example
I need to sweep the kitchen floor.
I need to sweep the kitchen floor.
Etymology
From Middle English 'swepen', related to Old English 'swapan' (to sweep).
How & Where It’s Used
Common cleaning verb; past tense is 'swept'.