wiping
v. A2 Elementary US //ˈwaɪpɪŋ// UK //wˈaɪpɪŋ// wip·ing
v. cleaning or drying something by rubbing it with a cloth, a piece of paper, or your hand. You usually do this to remove dirt or liquid from a surface.
v. the present participle of 'wipe'; refers to the act of rubbing a surface with pressure to clean, dry, or polish it. Often used in the continuous aspect to describe an ongoing action.
She is wiping the kitchen table with a damp cloth.
After the rain stopped, the staff spent twenty minutes wiping the outdoor chairs so customers could sit down.
While the chef was busy preparing the main course, the kitchen assistant was methodically wiping every countertop to maintain a sterile environment.
Usage
The verb is transitive and typically takes a direct object representing the surface being cleaned.