noun

sponging

Sponging (noun) means the act of wiping, cleaning, or applying something with a sponge. Example: “A quick sponging got most of the stain out.”

noun

The act of wiping, cleaning, or applying something with a sponge.

"A quick sponging got most of the stain out."

The act of living off someone else's money or generosity.

"His constant sponging off friends finally wore out their patience."

How to Use Sponging

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither cleaning something with a sponge, or freeloading off someone.

Common pairings

sponging off relatives

Word Forms

spongings plural

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Rhymes for sponging

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “sponging” mean?

The word “sponging” means the act of wiping, cleaning, or applying something with a sponge. In plain terms, either cleaning something with a sponge, or freeloading off someone.

How do you use “sponging” in a sentence?

Here is “sponging” used in a sentence: “A quick sponging got most of the stain out.”

What part of speech is “sponging”?

“Sponging” is a noun.

How many meanings does “sponging” have?

“Sponging” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of wiping, cleaning, or applying something with a sponge.