What does BESOM mean?

Parts of Speech

Besom is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

• As a noun, besom means a broom made of twigs tied around a stick.
• As a verb, besom means to sweep or clean with a besom broom.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈbiːzəm/
• UK: /ˈbɛzəm/

Origin and Usage

The word besom originated from the Old English word "besma" which means bundle of twigs. It has been used in English since the 14th century. Besom is commonly used in British English to refer to a broom made of twigs tied around a stick. As a verb, it is used to describe the act of sweeping or cleaning with a besom broom.

Synonyms

Other words that can be used instead of besom include broom, brush, sweeper, and whisk.

Related Words

Related 5 letter words to besom include bream, saber, and sable.

Example Sentences

• The old lady swept the kitchen floor with a besom broom.
• He besomed the dirt off the front porch.