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chimney sweep
noun
: a person who cleans the insides of chimneys
Full Definition of CHIMNEY SWEEP
: a person whose occupation is cleaning soot from chimney flues —called also chimney sweeper
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First Known Use of CHIMNEY SWEEP
1727
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CHIMNEY SWEEP Defined for Kids
chimney sweep
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Definition of CHIMNEY SWEEP for Kids
: a person who cleans soot from chimneys
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