mop
Third Person
mops
Present Participle
mopping
Past Tense
mopped
Past Participle
mopped
1
to clean a surface by wiping it with a handle attached to a sponge or cloth at its end
transitive
- She mops the kitchen floor every evening to keep it clean.
- The restaurant staff mops the dining area after closing to prepare for the next day.
- The janitor mops the hallway floors to maintain cleanliness.
- He mops the bathroom tiles to ensure they are free from dirt and grime.
- They mop the garage floor regularly to keep it free from oil stains and dirt.
2
to twist or contort the mouth, usually in a way that shows annoyance or displeasure
- She mopped at the suggestion, unsure whether to agree or not.
- As soon as he heard the news, he mopped in frustration.
- He mopped when the teacher scolded him in front of the class.
- He tried to hide his reaction but couldn't help but mop at the thought.
- She mopped when her friend refused to help with the project.