broom up

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To sweep up (a mess) thoroughly with a broom.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

The janitor broomed up the shards of glass.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To strike (a length of wood) repeatedly such that the top of it becomes frayed and worn.

Register: dated

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To show signs of a witch's broom (mistletoe) infection; to have the witch's broom infection spread and worsen.

Register: dated

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “broom up” mean?

To sweep up (a mess) thoroughly with a broom.

Is “broom up” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.