mopping

We have found lemma(root) word of mopping : mop.

Definitions


[mɒp], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an implement consisting of a bundle of thick loose strings or a sponge attached to a handle, used for wiping floors or other surfaces

- a thick mass of disordered hair
(e.g: her tousled mop of blonde hair)


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Origin:
late 15th century: perhaps ultimately related to Latin mappa ‘napkin’


[mɒp], (Verb)

Definitions:
- clean or soak up liquid from (something) by wiping
(e.g: she mopped the floor and cleaned out two cupboards)


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Origin:
late 15th century: perhaps ultimately related to Latin mappa ‘napkin’


[mɒp], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an autumn fair or gathering at which farmhands and servants were hired


Phrases:

Origin:
late 17th century: probably from the practice at the fair whereby a mop was carried by a maidservant seeking employment


[], (Abbreviation)

Definitions:
- Macanese pataca(s)


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