Originally, a besom was a common household cleaning tool, often associated with rustic or older times.

Traditional Tool

A besom can symbolize traditional witchcraft, often seen with witches in stories.

Cultural Symbol

Besoms evoke a rural or countryside image, contrasting with modern cleaning devices.

When referring to a woman as a besom, it suggests an old-fashioned and negative view.

Used as an insult, 'besom' carries a strong negative connotation and should be used cautiously.

The term 'besom' when referencing a woman is very rare and mostly unknown to younger generations.