Definition of: wipe

(wīp) v.t. wiped, wip·ing
1. To subject to slight friction or rubbing, usually with some soft, absorbent material.
2. To remove by rubbing lightly; brush: usually with away or off.
3. To move, apply, or draw for the purpose of wiping: He wiped his hand across his brow.
4. To apply solder to with a piece of greased cloth or leather; solder with a wiper or pad: to wipe a joint. See synonyms under CLEANSE.
—to wipe out To remove or destroy utterly; annihilate.
—noun
1. The act of wiping or rubbing.
2. Slang A sweeping blow or stroke; a swipe.
3. Mech. A wiper or cam.
4. Slang A handkerchief.
5. Slang A jeer; jibe. [OE wīpian. Akin to WISP]