wipe

/waɪp/
/waɪp/
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Other forms: wiped; wiping; wipes

Definitions of wipe
  1. verb
    rub with a circular motion
    “wipe the blackboard”
    synonyms: pass over
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    sponge
    wipe with a sponge, so as to clean or moisten
    squeegee
    wipe with a squeegee
    broom, sweep
    sweep with a broom or as if with a broom
    towel
    wipe with a towel
    whisk, whisk off
    brush or wipe off lightly
    type of:
    rub
    move over something with pressure
  2. noun
    the act of rubbing or wiping
    synonyms: rub
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    scuff
    the act of scuffing (scraping or dragging the feet)
    type of:
    contact, physical contact
    the act of touching physically
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UK
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