swob

Other forms: swobs; swobbing; swobbed

Definitions of swob

1. noun

   cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors
   synonyms: mop, swab

   types:

   dry mop, dust mop, dustmop

   a dry swab for dusting floors

   sponge mop

   a wet mop with a sponge as the absorbent

   type of:

   cleaning device, cleaning equipment, cleaning implement

   any of a large class of implements used for cleaning
2. verb

   apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
   synonyms: dab, swab

   type of:

   apply, put on

   apply to a surface
3. verb

   wash with a swab or a mop
   synonyms: swab

   type of:

   mop, mop up, wipe up

   to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop