Sponge Down (Verb)
Meaning 1
Wash with a sponge.
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- The mechanic will sponge down the car's interior before delivering it to the customer.
- After the mess, she decided to sponge down the kitchen counters.
- The nurse was trained to sponge down her patients gently in the morning.
- He used a damp cloth to sponge down the dusty shelf in the attic.
- Mother sponged down her children to cool them off on the hot summer day.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Clean with a sponge, by rubbing.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Sponge down the dirty counter after every meal to keep it clean and hygienic.
- The kitchen staff will sponge down all tables after closing time to prepare for the next day.
- Make sure to sponge down the greasy stovetop after a messy cooking session.
- Use a gentle touch to sponge down the antique tabletop and avoid damaging the finish.
- It's essential to sponge down the walls after painting to remove any accidental stains.