wipe

/waɪp/

/waɪp/

Other forms: wiped; wiping; wipes

Definitions of wipe

1. verb

   rub with a circular motion
   “wipe the blackboard”

   synonyms: pass over

   types:

   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

   types:

   scuff

   the act of scuffing (scraping or dragging the feet)

   type of:

   contact, physical contact

   the act of touching physically