broomstick

• Long manche d'un balai, souvent associé au folklore et au moyen de transport imaginaire des sorcières.

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.

   manche de balai

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

   Synonymesbroom handle

2. Witch's flying toolA2informal

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

   balai volant de sorcière

   • 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.

   Synonymesbesombroom