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| air conditioner |
a machine that cools the air in a room or car. An air conditioner also takes the dust and dampness out of the air. |
| air conditioning |
a system that cools air and takes dust and dampness out of it. Air conditioning is used inside buildings and cars. |
| cloud |
something like a cloud, such as dust or smoke. [1/5 definitions] |
| comet |
an object in space that travels around the sun. A comet is made up of dust and gas, and sometimes forms a long, bright tail. |
| dirt |
any dirty material such as mud or dust. [1/2 definitions] |
| dust |
to clean or wipe dust from. [2/3 definitions] |
| dustpan |
a flat pan shaped like a small shovel with an attached handle. It is usually made of metal or plastic. A dustpan is used for gathering up dust or dirt while sweeping with a broom. |
| dust storm |
a storm of very strong winds that sweep up dust from the land. Dust storms can occur when the land has become very dry from lack of rain. |
| dusty |
full of or covered with dust. [2 definitions] |
| eddy |
a small current of water, air, fog, or dust that spins against the main current. [1/2 definitions] |
| goggles |
a special pair of glasses with a secure frame that one wears over one's eyes to protect them from harsh or dangerous things, such as dust, wind, sparks, or hazardous chemicals. |
| haze1 |
mist, smoke, or dust in the air, making it hard to see. |
| mask |
a covering for the mouth and nose to protect the wearer from germs, poisonous gases, dust, or the like. A mask is also used to protect other people from one's own germs. Some kinds of masks are used to provide oxygen or other breathable gas to the wearer through an attached tube. [1/6 definitions] |
| nebula |
a cloud of dust or gas found between the stars. A nebula may seem either bright or dark, depending on how it reacts with light. |
| powder |
to dust or sprinkle with powder. [1/5 definitions] |
| sweep |
to clear of dirt or dust by using a broom or brush. [1/10 definitions] |
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