Definitions
There are 15 meanings of the word
Sweep.
How to pronounce sweep:
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Sweep - as a noun
Winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slam6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
triumph14victory15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(american football) an attempt to advance the ball by running around the end of the line
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
end runA movement in an arc
Example: "A sweep of his arm"
Sweep - as a verb
Move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions
Example: "The diva swept into the room"
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sail4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sweep with a broom or as if with a broom
Example: "Sweep the crumbs off the table"
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broom9Force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action
Example: "They were swept up by the events"
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drag6drag inembroil11sweep uptangle7To cover or extend over an area or time period
Example: "Rivers traverse the valley floor"
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cross7span6traverse11Clean by sweeping
Example: "Please sweep the floor"
Win an overwhelming victory in or on
Example: "Her new show dog swept all championships"
Cover the entire range of
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
continue10cover10extend14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She used a broom to give the floor a thorough sweep."
"The sweep of her hand knocked the papers off the table."
"His foot caught the wire, causing a sudden sweep of the spotlight."
"The artist created a beautiful landscape painting of a wide sweep of hills."
"The team completed a clean sweep of all their opponents."
Word Game Points
Is SWEEP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sweep is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SWEEP has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SWEEP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sweep is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSWEEP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SWEEP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sweep is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSWEEP has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
