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broomstick

/ˈbruːm.stɪk/

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noun

/ˈbruːm.stɪk/B1formal
  • ruДлинная ручка метлы, часто ассоциирующаяся с фольклором и вымышленным средством передвижения ведьм.

The long handle of a broom, often associated with folklore and the fictional mode of transportation for witches.

  1. Broom handleA2formal

    The long handle of a broom, often made of wood or plastic.

    ruЧеренок метлы

    • He grabbed the broomstick to sweep the floor.
    • The broomstick broke in half after heavy use.
    • She leaned the broomstick against the wall.

    Synonymsbroom handle

  2. Witch's flying toolA2informal

    A broomstick used as a flying vehicle by witches in folklore and fiction.

    ruМетла ведьмы

    • The witch flew across the sky on her broomstick.
    • Children dressed as witches carried broomsticks on Halloween.
    • In the story, the broomstick had magical powers.

    Synonymsbesombroom

Forms
  • broomsticks plural form
  • broomsticks' possessive plural form
  • broomstick's possessive singular form