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Vacuum Definition & Meaning

vacuum
noun
  1. the absence of matter
  2. an empty area or space; "the huge desert voids"; "the emptiness of outer space"; "without their support he'll be ruling in a vacuum"
  3. a region that is devoid of matter
  4. an electrical home appliance that cleans by suction
verb
  1. clean with a vacuum cleaner; "vacuum the carpets"

"Vacuum" in song lyrics

See how vacuum is used in real songs:

  • "Four times a day a run the vacuum"
    AMB f/ Insane Clown Posse — Calm Down
  • "And we broke out the vacuum"
    Digital Underground — The Return of the Crazy One
  • "Sometimes I have to use a vacuum"
    Flesh–N–Bone — Havin' a Ball

Usage tips for "vacuum"

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Frequently asked questions

What does vacuum mean?
the absence of matter an empty area or space; "the huge desert voids"; "the emptiness of outer space"; "without their support he'll be ruling in a vacuum" a region that is devoid of matter an electrical home appliance that cleans by suction clean with a vacuum cleaner; "vacuum the carpets"
What part of speech is vacuum?
Vacuum is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does vacuum have?
Vacuum has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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