broomstick

[US]/'bruːmstɪk/
[UK]/'brumstɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a broom with a long handle often ridden by witches in fairy tales in the air

Example Sentences

She swept the floor with a broomstick.

The witch flew on a broomstick.

He used the broomstick to reach the high shelf.

The broomstick broke while sweeping.

She rode the broomstick like a pro.

The broomstick leaned against the wall.

He pretended the broomstick was a horse.

The broomstick handle was made of wood.

She used the broomstick as a prop in the play.

The broomstick swayed in the wind.

Real-world Examples

There were also two broomsticks up there.

Source: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Dumbledore pointed toward a run-down stone outhouse where the Weasleys kept their broomsticks.

Source: 6. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

We've brought you the broomstick of the Wicked Witch of the West.

Source: Universal Dialogue for Children's Animation

Flint was doubled up, hanging onto his new broomstick for support.

Source: 2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

He turned his broomstick sharply to face Malfoy in midair.

Source: All-Star Read "Harry Potter" Collection

He mounted his broomstick and kicked at the ground, soaring up into the air.

Source: 2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

I remember Mum walloping him with her broomstick.”

Source: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

I'm sorry to hear about your broomstick.

Source: Films

Come on, Feifei! Get on your broomstick and let's go!

Source: BBC Authentic English

Harry followed her down the stairs carrying his broomstick.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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