1wipe up
To dry utensils, dishes etc. that have been washed.
You're not watching TV until you've wiped up!
2wipe up
To completely remove spilled liquid or solids, typically by hand using a dishcloth.
I'll wipe up that spilled milk.
3wipe up
To clean thoroughly, particularly with a dishcloth or rag.
I always wipe up the counter before making dinner.
4wipe up
To defeat thoroughly; trounce.
We're going to wipe up your team just like we wiped up the Canaries.
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