broomstick

noun

broom·​stick ˈbrüm-ˌstik How to pronounce broomstick (audio)
ˈbru̇m-
Synonyms of broomsticknext
: the long thin handle of a broom

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It's filled with witchy icons that every spell-caster has to have in their home—broomsticks, spell books, potions, and more. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 The broomstick was created with the help of Amor, and the bride and groom hope to pass it down to her for her own special day. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026 The complaint says Sosa-Celis had a broomstick and swung it at Castro, but did not hit him. — Aki Nace, CBS News, 29 May 2026 In one corner of the café, there’s a parking spot exclusively for broomsticks; upstairs in the games room, a smoke-breathing dragon perches over a medieval-style fireplace. — Zoey Goto, Vogue, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for broomstick

Word History

First Known Use

1663, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of broomstick was in 1663

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“Broomstick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broomstick. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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broomstick

noun
broom·​stick -ˌstik How to pronounce broomstick (audio)
: the handle of a broom

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