The Clue
Cleans, as a deck (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SWABS
Tags
Notes
The answer SWABS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.
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Definition
SWAB as a noun:
1. 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
2. (swab, swob, mop) = cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors
SWAB as a verb:
1. (swab, swob) = wash with a swab or a mop; "swab the ship's decks"
2. (dab, swab, swob) = apply (usually a liquid) to a surface; "dab the wall with paint"