Also means
dust brush
Usage Note
Staubwedel is a bunch of feathers or synthetic fibres on a handle, used for lightly dusting surfaces. Real ostrich feathers (Straußenfederwedel) are considered most effective; modern microfibre versions are machine-washable and more common.
Examples
"Mit dem Staubwedel lassen sich Regale und Bilder schnell abstauben."
Natural Translation
With the feather duster shelves and pictures can be dusted quickly.
Literal Translation
With the dust brush shelves and pictures can be dusted quickly.
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