Broomstick
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɹum.stɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Broomstick is a noun meaning The handle of a broom (sweeping tool); (sometimes) the entire broom.
Meaning
The handle of a broom (sweeping tool); (sometimes) the entire broom.
More Meanings
- A broom imbued with magic, enabling one to fly astride the handle.
- (military slang) A control stick of an airplane or other vehicle.
- (intransitive) To fly on a broomstick, as witches are said to.
- (slang, rare) A firearm.
Example Sentences
BATTY: But, Mother Witch, I want to go broomsticking, too.
She really was a witch now. No one but a witch could fly a broomstick.
Gangdem known for the shootings, go ask Ramz – got whooshed with a broomstick.
Witches of all ages attended these lively gatherings by flying away on their broomsticks[.]
Word Forms
- broomsticks
- broom-stick
- broomsticking
- broomsticked
Synonyms for broomstick
Depending on context, synonyms include boomstick, broom.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include broom, mop, stick, mopstick, mop stick, whipstick.
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