duster

noun

dust·​er ˈdə-stər 

1

: one that removes dust

2

a(1)

: a long lightweight overgarment to protect clothing from dust

(2)

: a long coat cut like a duster

called also duster coat

b

: a dress-length housecoat

3

: one that scatters fine particles

specifically : a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops

4

: dust storm

Examples of duster in a Sentence

He wore a tan duster.

Recent Examples on the Web

Other pictures showcase Redd in an all-black ensemble with a chain around his neck standing next to Leray in a leopard print bra top, black duster and jeans. —Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 2 Jan. 2025

Special dusters are made specifically for blinds, and many fabric curtains and drapes are machine washable. —Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024

Tesla’s version similarly depicts a man in a duster coat looking out over a desolate, orange cityscape. —Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024

Here are some of our favorite duster coats and cardigans inspired by Angelina Jolie — prices start at $26. —Brittany Vanderbill, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing duster

• crop duster
• feather duster
• knuckle-duster

Kids Definition

duster

noun

dust·​er ˈdəs-tər 

1

: one that dusts

2

a

: a loose-fitting usually lightweight long coat

called also duster coat

b

: a dress-length housecoat

3

: one that scatters fine particles

especially : a device for applying insecticidal or fungicidal dusts to crops compare crop duster