sponge down

/spəndʒ daʊn/
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Other forms: sponging down; sponged down

Definitions of sponge down
  1. verb
    clean with a sponge, by rubbing
    synonyms: sponge off
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    type of:
    rub
    move over something with pressure
  2. verb
    wash with a sponge
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    type of:
    lave, wash
    cleanse (one's body) with soap and water
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