Sweepage

Pronunciation: /ˈswipˈeɪdʒ/

Sweepage (noun)

  1. the act of cleaning a surface by moving dirt or dust away with a broom or brush
  2. the movement of a fluid or gas across a surface or through an area

Examples

  • The sweepage of the floor made it spotless.
  • Sweepage of the area was necessary after the event.

Common collocations: thorough sweepage, daily sweepage, uncontrolled sweepage, slow sweepage

Synonyms of Sweepage

Neutral

Antonyms of Sweepage

  • referring to gathering rather than removing