Squeegeed: meaning, definitions and examples
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squeegeed
[ ˈskwiːdʒiːd ]
cleaning tool
Squeegeed is the past tense of the verb 'squeegee', which means to use a squeegee to remove liquid from a surface, particularly glass or other smooth materials. This action usually involves dragging a rubber-edged tool across the surface to push water or other liquids away, leaving the surface clean and streak-free. It is commonly used in cleaning windows, shower doors, and even floors after mopping. The technique is also popular among car owners for keeping windshields clear of water.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She squeegeed the windows after the rain.
- He carefully squeegeed the glass after washing.
- They squeegeed the water off the tile floor.
- After cleaning the aquarium, she squeegeed the glass.
Translations
Translations of the word "squeegeed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esfregado
🇮🇳 साफ़ किया हुआ
🇩🇪 abgezogen
🇮🇩 digosok
🇺🇦 протертий
🇵🇱 ściągnięty
🇯🇵 スクイージーされた
🇫🇷 essuyé
🇪🇸 limpiado
🇹🇷 silecekle temizlenmiş
🇰🇷 스퀴지된
🇸🇦 مسح
🇨🇿 setřený
🇸🇰 utretý
🇨🇳 刮水器擦过的
🇸🇮 obrisan
🇮🇸 skrapaður
🇰🇿 қырылған
🇬🇪 წმენდილი
🇦🇿 silinmiş
🇲🇽 limpiado
Etymology
The term 'squeegee' likely originates from the Middle English word 'squeyge', which is related to the Old Norse 'skveggja', meaning to squeeze or press. The practical use of a squeegee as a tool for cleaning surfaces appears to have developed in the 20th century, coinciding with increased industrialization and urban development that necessitated better equipment for maintaining clean surfaces, especially glass. Over time, variations of the squeegee have been invented, designed specifically for different surfaces and cleaning agents. The verb form 'squeegeed' showcases how the tool and action have integrated themselves into everyday cleaning vocabulary, particularly in contexts such as home care or car maintenance.