Definition of mop
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: an implement made of absorbent material fastened to a handle and used especially for cleaning floors
2
: something that resembles a mop
especially
: a thick mass of hair
mop
verb
mopped; mopping
Definition of mop (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to use a mop on
specifically
: to clean or clear away by mopping
mop the floors
—often used with up mop up the spillage
2
: to wipe as if with a mop
mopped his brow with a handkerchief
: to clean a surface (such as a floor) with a mop
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The first known use of mop was in the 15th century
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