noun
- plural of vacuum; spaces completely devoid of matter
- plural of vacuum; vacuum cleaners
Usage: informal
verb
- third person singular present of vacuum; cleans with a vacuum cleaner
Examples
- The scientist studied the behavior of particles in perfect vacuums.
- Space contains near-perfect vacuums between celestial bodies.
- The store sells several different types of vacuums.
- She vacuums the living room every Saturday morning.
- He always vacuums under the furniture when cleaning.
- The janitor vacuums all the office carpets daily.
- Modern vacuums are much quieter than older models.