Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mop
noun / verb
/mɒp/
Definition
A mop is a tool used for cleaning floors, typically consisting of a long handle with a bundle of absorbent material or cloth at the end.
Examples
- After dinner, she grabbed a mop to clean up the spilled juice.
- He decided to mop the floor to prepare for the guests.
Meaning
To mop means to clean a surface, usually a floor, by using this tool to spread a cleaning solution and absorb dirt or spills.
Synonyms
- swab
- cleaning tool
- floor cleaner
