broom marks; sweeping marks
Refers to the visible lines or patterns left on the ground after sweeping with a broom, often seen on dirt or sand surfaces like temple gardens.
There are neat broom marks in the garden.
砂利の上の箒目が風で消えた。
The broom marks on the gravel were erased by the wind.
Standard kanji spelling.
Mixed kana-kanji spelling; common when the kanji 箒 is considered difficult.
Compound of 箒 (ほうき, 'broom') and 目 (め, 'mark' or 'pattern').