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单词 new broom
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Definition of new broom in English:

new broom

noun ˌnjuː ˈbruːm
  • A person who or thing which effects fundamental or numerous alterations; especially a newly appointed person who vigorously sets about making changes in personnel, procedures, etc.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in Frederick Reynolds (1764–1841), playwright. From new + broom, with allusion to the proverb new brooms sweep clean.

 
 

Definition of new broom in US English:

new broom

nounˌnjuː ˈbruːm
  • A person who or thing which effects fundamental or numerous alterations; especially a newly appointed person who vigorously sets about making changes in personnel, procedures, etc.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in Frederick Reynolds (1764–1841), playwright. From new + broom, with allusion to the proverb new brooms sweep clean.

 
 
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