Swab (Verb)
Meaning 1
Apply (usually a liquid) to a surface; "dab the wall with paint".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The nurse swabbed the patient's cut with antiseptic solution to clean the area.
- She gently swabbed the infected area with cotton soaked in saline solution.
- The doctor swabbed the inside of the patient's cheek with a Q-tip to test for viral infection.
- The janitor swabbed the dirty floor with disinfectant to prevent the spread of germs.
- The artist swabbed the canvas with a mixture of water and paint to create a subtle texture.
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Meaning 2
Wash with a swab or a mop; "swab the ship's decks".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The crew worked tirelessly to swab the upper deck until it was spotless.
- During the long voyage, the sailors took turns to swab the lower deck to prevent accidents.
- After the banquet, the janitors swab the entire floor with soap and warm water.
- It was her duty to swab the floor of the barracks every morning before breakfast.
- Every Monday morning, the maintenance team would swab the factory floor to keep it clean and tidy.