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mopping Meaning & Definition

-ɒpɪŋ

What Does Mopping Mean?

Mopping is a verb that means present participle and gerund of mop. As a noun, it means The process of cleaning with a mop.

Mopping: Key Facts

Part of speechverb, noun
Pronunciation/-ɒpɪŋ/
Syllables1
Synonymsswabbing
Pluralmoppings

Mopping Definition (Verb)

  1. present participle and gerund of mop

Mopping as a Noun

  1. The process of cleaning with a mop.
  2. An application of molten asphalt to a roof etc.

Verb

  1. To rub, scrub, clean or wipe with a mop, or as if with a mop.

    to mop (or scrub) a floor

  2. To make a wry expression with the mouth.

Synonyms of Mopping

Mopping synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Mopping

No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.

Mopping in a Sentence

to mop (or scrub) a floor

Word Forms & Grammar

mopping

mopping (plural moppings)

Words That Rhyme With Mopping

Mopping Pronunciation

The standard pronunciation of mopping is /-ɒpɪŋ/, spoken in 1 syllable.

Quick Answers About Mopping

Is mopping a verb or a noun?

Mopping is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is another word for mopping?

You can replace mopping with words such as swabbing. See the full list of mopping synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of mopping?

The plural of mopping is moppings.

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