noun
Uncommon
wiping
WEYE-pihng
Wiping (noun) means the act of cleaning or removing something by rubbing. Example: “A quick wiping got most of the dust off the shelf.”
noun
1
The act of cleaning or removing something by rubbing.
"A quick wiping got most of the dust off the shelf."
2
The material removed by wiping something.
"He brushed away the wiping left on the cloth."
How to use wiping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action (or residue) of wiping something clean.
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What does “wiping” mean?
The word “wiping” means the act of cleaning or removing something by rubbing. In plain terms, the action (or residue) of wiping something clean.
How do you pronounce “wiping”?
“Wiping” is pronounced WEYE-pihng (/ˈwaɪpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wiping” in a sentence?
Here is “wiping” used in a sentence: “A quick wiping got most of the dust off the shelf.”
What part of speech is “wiping”?
“Wiping” is a noun.
Is “wiping” a common word?
“Wiping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “wiping” have?
“Wiping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of cleaning or removing something by rubbing.
