1. a person whose job is to sweep floors, streets, or other areas
2. a device or machine used for sweeping
3. a defensive player in soccer who plays behind other defenders
Usage: soccer

Examples

• The street sweeper cleaned the debris after the parade.
• She worked as a sweeper at the office building.
• The carpet sweeper made quick work of the crumbs.
• He bought a new floor sweeper for his workshop.
• The sweeper cleared the ball before it reached the goal.
• The team’s sweeper organized the defense effectively.