wipe
Transitive VerbIntransitive VerbNoun
Meanings
Transitive Verb
[~ something][~ something with something]
To clean or dry a surface by rubbing it with a cloth, sponge, or other absorbent material.
"She used a damp cloth to wipe the kitchen counter."
Transitive Verb
[~ something away][~ something off]
To remove a substance, such as liquid or dirt, from a surface by rubbing it.
"He wiped the sweat from his forehead with a towel."
Transitive Verb
[~ something out]
To clean the inside of a container or space by rubbing it.
"Please wipe out the inside of the microwave before using it."
Transitive Verb
[~ something (out/off)]
To completely erase or delete data from a computer hard drive or electronic storage device.
"The technician had to wipe the laptop before issuing it to a new employee."
Intransitive Verb
[~ one's eyes][~ one's nose]
To clean one's eyes or nose using a tissue or hand.
"The child wiped his nose on his sleeve."