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wipe

/waɪp/

[/waɪp/]

to clean by rubbing

Beginnerverb

Definition

To wipe means to clean or dry something by rubbing it with a cloth or hand.

Example

Please wipe the table after dinner.

Please wipe the table after dinner.

Etymology

From Old English 'wipian' meaning to wipe.

How & Where It’s Used

Common household verb for cleaning surfaces.

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