Definitions
v. Rub a surface to remove dirt, liquid, or marks.
擦；拭去
n. An act of rubbing a surface to clean or dry it.
擦拭
n. A small damp cloth used for cleaning, usually thrown away afterwards.
清洁湿巾
Example
Please wipe the table before you put the plates down.
请先擦一下桌子，再摆盘子。
Schools should encourage pupils to wipe shared equipment after use to help maintain a hygienic learning environment.
学校应鼓励学生在使用共用设备后进行擦拭，以帮助保持卫生的学习环境。
Collocations
- wipe a surface
- wipe away tears
- give something a wipe
- wet wipes
Usage tip
wipe侧重擦拭；wipe out可表示彻底消除。
FAQ
- What does wipe mean?
- Rub a surface to remove dirt, liquid, or marks. An act of rubbing a surface to clean or dry it. A small damp cloth used for cleaning, usually thrown away afterwards.
- How is wipe pronounced?
- UK /waɪp/, US /waɪp/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
