definition of
[swab]

[1] #1 swab v. [swob] wash with a swab or a mop; "swab the ship's decks". wn

[2] #2 swab n. implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion. wn

[3] #3 swab n. [swob, mop] cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors. wn

[4] #4 swab v. [dab, swob] apply (usually a liquid) to a surface; "dab the wall with paint". wn