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The wing of a bird (usually of a hen, goose, or turkey) used as a brush: cf. wing, v. 7.
A plate, frame, or the like for sweeping off, up (etc.), grain, soil, etc.
a household implement with a revolving brush or brushes for sweeping carpets.
A mechanical apparatus for sweeping a floor, road, etc.; a sweeping-machine.