wet wipe
"Wet wipes" are versatile, moistened towelettes used in various contexts, from personal hygiene to industrial cleaning.
Definition
A2Personal Hygiene
A small, moistened piece of paper or cloth used for cleaning the body, often individually wrapped for convenience.
Example
- She used a wet wipe to clean her hands before eating.
A2Baby Care
A type of wet wipe specifically designed for cleaning and caring for babies.
Example
- Baby wipes are gentle on the skin and perfect for diaper changes.
B1Household Cleaning
A moistened towelette used for cleaning surfaces and objects around the house.
Example
- She grabbed a wet wipe to clean the kitchen counter.
B2Industrial Use
(technical)A heavy-duty wet wipe used for cleaning grime, grease, and other substances from hands, tools, and surfaces.
Example
- The mechanic used an industrial wet wipe to clean his tools.
B2Medical Use
(technical)A disinfectant wipe used for cleaning wounds and included in first aid kits.
Example
- The nurse used a wet wipe to clean the wound before bandaging it.
C1Slang
(informal, derogatory)An annoying or contemptible person.
Example
- Stop being such a wet wipe and join the fun!
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "wet wipe":
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