squilgee Meaning & Definition
What Does Squilgee Mean?
Squilgee is a noun that means A tool in the form of a mop or swab, or a blade with a long handle, used for cleaning and/or drying a vessel's deck; a type of squeegee. As a verb, it means Synonym of squeegee (“to use a (squilgee or) squeegee on (something, such as a surface)”).
Word Facts for Squilgee
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈskwɪld͡ʒiː/ |
| Plural | squilgees |
| Verb forms | squilgees, squilgeeing, squilgeed |
Squilgee Definition (Noun)
- A tool in the form of a mop or swab, or a blade with a long handle, used for cleaning and/or drying a vessel's deck; a type of squeegee.
Squilgee as a Verb
- Synonym of squeegee (“to use a (squilgee or) squeegee on (something, such as a surface)”).
Synonyms of Squilgee
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Squilgee synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
squilgee (plural squilgees)
squilgee (third-person singular simple present squilgees, present participle squilgeeing, simple past and past participle squilgeed)
Origin of Squilgee
The origin of the noun is unknown; compare squeegee which is attested later.[1][2] The verb is probably derived from the noun.[3]
Squilgee: Your Questions Answered
Is squilgee a noun or a verb?
Squilgee is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of squilgee?
The plural of squilgee is squilgees.
What is the past tense of squilgee?
The past tense of squilgee is squilgeed. The present participle is squilgeeing.