Synonyms for

Vacuuming

Verb / ˈvækju:mɪŋ / Another word for vacuuming — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of using a vacuum cleaner to clean a surface, especially a carpet or a floor.

Synonyms & similar words

hoover vacuum vacuumclean cleaning sweeping dusting mopping scrubbing polishing washing sanitizing purifying evacuating eliminating removing extracting clearing emptying hoovering swabbing buffing

Example sentences

  1. I am vacuuming the carpet in my bedroom.
  2. Vacuuming the dog hair off the couch is a never-ending task.
  3. My dad always insists on vacuuming the car before a road trip.
  4. Vacuuming the stairs is my least favorite chore.
  5. The sound of the vacuuming is too loud for me to concentrate.

Quotes

  • "Cleaning up with children around is like shoveling during a blizzard." - Margaret Culkin Banning
  • "Housework can't kill you, but why take a chance?" - Phyllis Diller
  • "My theory on housework is, if the item doesn't multiply, smell, catch fire, or block the refrigerator door, let it be. No one cares. Why should you?" - Erma Bombeck

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