Wipes: meaning, definitions and examples

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wipes

[ waɪps ]

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cleaning

Cloths or tissues used for cleaning or wiping surfaces.

Synonyms

cloths, tissues, towels

Examples of usage

He used wipes to clean the kitchen counter.
She always carries wipes in her bag for quick cleaning.

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cleaning

To clean or dry something by rubbing it with a cloth or tissue.

Synonyms

clean, dry, rub

Examples of usage

She wipes the table after every meal.
He wiped his hands on a towel.

Translations

Translations of the word "wipes" in other languages:

🇵🇹 toalhetes

🇮🇳 पोंछे

🇩🇪 Tücher

🇮🇩 tisu

🇺🇦 серветки

🇵🇱 chusteczki

🇯🇵 ワイプ

🇫🇷 lingettes

🇪🇸 toallitas

🇹🇷 mendiller

🇰🇷 물티슈

🇸🇦 مناديل

🇨🇿 ubrousky

🇸🇰 utierky

🇨🇳 湿巾

🇸🇮 robčki

🇮🇸 þurrkur

🇰🇿 сүрткіштер

🇬🇪 სალფეთქები

🇦🇿 salfetkalar

🇲🇽 toallitas

Word origin

The word 'wipes' originates from the Old English word 'wipian', meaning to rub. Over time, it evolved to refer to the act of cleaning or drying surfaces with cloths or tissues. The use of wipes for cleaning purposes became more popular in the modern era due to their convenience and effectiveness in maintaining hygiene.