vacuumcleaner

noun
UK /ˈvækjuːm ˌkliːnə/
US /ˈvækjuːm ˌkliːnər/

A machine that sucks up dirt from the floor to make it clean.

Mom used the vacuum cleaner to clean the carpet.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A device that uses suction to remove dust and dirt from surfaces.

The vacuum cleaner picked up all the crumbs under the table.

3. A household appliance used for cleaning floors and upholstery.

We bought a new vacuum cleaner for the living room.

4. Any machine that creates a partial vacuum to draw in air and debris.

The vacuum cleaner's motor creates strong suction.