Definition

A device or person that cleans hair or carpets using shampoo.

Example

The shampooer made the carpet look brand new after the cleaning.

Conversation

I just bought a new shampooer for my carpets.

That's awesome! Does it work well?

Yeah, it makes cleaning so much easier than before.

I need to get one too, especially with my kids around!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shampooer → It is formed from 'shampoo' (from Hindi 'chāmpo', meaning to press or massage) and '-er' (meaning a person who). A shampooer is a person who massages or cleans hair with shampoo.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'presses' or 'massages' ('chāmpo') hair with shampoo — that's what a shampooer does.

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