broomstick

noun

broom·​stick ˈbrüm-ˌstik How to pronounce broomstick (audio)
ˈbru̇m-
: the long thin handle of a broom

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Indy can pick up pretty much anything from broomsticks to batons to protect himself and can engage in a relatively complex version of POV fisticuffs that allows players to block, parry, and punch with either hand. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024 Elphaba casts a spell to try to give herself wings, succeeding only in enchanting a broomstick to fly — good enough to make her escape. Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2024 Erivo nearly rises above the material, and not just on a broomstick. Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 20 Nov. 2024 Their little one dressed as a witch, wearing a long, black dress, green face paint and carrying a broomstick. Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for broomstick 

Word History

First Known Use

1663, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of broomstick was in 1663

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“Broomstick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broomstick. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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broomstick

noun
broom·​stick -ˌstik How to pronounce broomstick (audio)
: the handle of a broom

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