wipes

word · lemma: wipe

Definition

Small, moist pieces of cloth or paper used for cleaning surfaces or the body. 'Wipes' can also refer to the action of cleaning with a cloth or tissue.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly refers to packaged "baby wipes" or "disinfectant wipes". Often used in the plural. Can refer to both the product and the act of wiping when in informal speech. Always countable ('a pack of wipes'). Don't confuse with 'wipe' (verb).

Example Sentences

Please use wipes to clean the baby after eating.

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The teacher handed out wipes to clean the desks.

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I keep wipes in my bag for cleaning my hands.

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Do you have any wipes? I just spilled my coffee.

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After the hike, everyone reached for wipes to freshen up.

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Some wipes are made with aloe to help soothe your skin.

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