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dry mop

noun

Definition of dry mop

: a long-handled mop for dusting floors

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 Care Try to dry mop or vacuum your kitchen floor every other day to cut down on the build-up of dust and dirt. — Elle Decor Staff, ELLE Decor, "How to Keep a Clean Kitchen," 28 Sep. 2011 For hardwood and other bare floors, microfiber dry mops or Swiffer dry pads are ideal for corralling fur balls. — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, "Secrets for Removing Pet Hair From Yourself, Your Furniture and More," 12 Apr. 2018

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1933, in the meaning defined above

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