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English noun: swob

1. swob (artifact) cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors


Synonymsmop, swab


Broader (hypernym)cleaning device, cleaning equipment, cleaning implement


Narrower (hyponym)dry mop, dust mop, dustmop, sponge mop


Part holonymmop handle


English verb: swob

1. swob (contact) wash with a swab or a mop


SamplesSwab the ship's decks.


Synonymsswab


Pattern of useSomebody ----s something


Broader (hypernym)mop, mop up, wipe up

2. swob (contact) apply (usually a liquid) to a surface


SamplesDab the wall with paint.


ExamplesThey swob the bread with melted butter


Synonymsdab, swab


Pattern of useSomebody ----s something with something


Broader (hypernym)apply, put on









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