B2verbhome
US/waɪp/
UK/waɪp/
to clean or dry something by rubbing it with a cloth, paper or your hand
In context
Please wipe the table after you finish eating.
She wiped her tears away and tried to smile.
The virus wiped all the files from my laptop.
Words that go with wipe
verb + noun
- wipe the tableCan you wipe the table before dinner?
- wipe your feetWipe your feet before you come in; it's muddy outside.
- wipe your noseHere's a tissue to wipe your nose.
verb + adverb
- wipe awayHe wiped away the sweat from his face.
- wipe outThe flood wiped out the whole village's rice harvest.
- wipe cleanWipe the screen clean with a soft cloth.