squeegee

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noun

squee·​gee ˈskwē-ˌjē 

variants or less commonly squilgee

ˈskwē- 

ˈskwil-

: a blade of leather or rubber set on a handle and used for spreading, pushing, or wiping liquid material on, across, or off a surface (such as a window)

also : a smaller similar device or a small rubber roller with handle used by a photographer or lithographer

squeegee

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verb

variants or less commonly squilgee

squeegeed also squilgeed; squeegeeing also squilgeeing

transitive verb

: to smooth, wipe, or treat with a squeegee

Examples of squeegee in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Never using a squeegee and letting the water air dry all the time. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026

Use a squeegee after each shower to prevent water spots and mineral deposits. — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2026

Verb

Spray the window with the solution and squeegee the window from top to bottom, then wipe around the edges of the window with a lint-free microfiber cloth. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 28 Sep. 2026

In September 2025, Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates walked with residents of the Gwynns Falls, Hanlon and Auchentoroly Terrace communities after residents complained about squeegeeing and panhandling. — Lawrence Bell, Baltimore Sun, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

origin unknown

First Known Use

Noun

1844, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1883, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

squeegee

noun

squee·​gee

ˈskwē-ˌjē

: a blade of leather or rubber set on a handle and used for spreading or wiping liquid material on, across, or off a surface (as a window)

squeegee verb