লক্ষ্য করুন: এই এন্ট্রির অনুবাদ বর্তমানে মান পর্যালোচনার অধীনে রয়েছে, তাই কিছু বিষয়বস্তু সাময়িকভাবে শুধুমাত্র ইংরেজিতে প্রদর্শিত হচ্ছে।
এই এন্ট্রিটি এখনও আপনার ভাষায় অনুবাদ করা হয়নি, তাই নিচে মূল লেখাটি দেখানো হচ্ছে।
sponging
In a literal sense, this term describes the physical process of absorption or application using a porous tool. It is typically used in domestic cleaning or artistic contexts to describe a specific texture or method of liquid removal.
When used as a verb, the word carries a strong negative social connotation. It describes a parasitic relationship where one person exploits the generosity of another. This usage is informal and implies a lack of ambition or a sense of entitlement, contrasting with "borrowing," which suggests an intention to repay.
Meanings
Examples
The rapid sponging of the spilled wine prevented it from staining the carpet.
Careful sponging of the canvas is required to remove the old varnish without damaging the paint.
Stop sponging me for a ride every single morning.
He has been sponging off his parents for years and refuses to find a job.
I cannot believe he is still sponging off his sister after all this time.
Why are you always sponging your roommates for snacks?
The nurse began sponging the patient's forehead to bring down the fever.
I am tired of him sponging off me while I do all the hard work.