swob

n. & v.

See Swab.

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IN BRIEF: n. - Cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle v. - Apply (usually a liquid) to a surface; Wash with a mop.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors
  Synonyms: swab, mop

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The verb swob has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: wash with a swab or a mop
  Synonym: swab

Meaning #2: apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
  Synonyms: dab, swab

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