wiper

  1. Noun.  something, such as a towel, that is used for wiping.
  2. Noun.  something, such as a windscreen wiper, that is designed for wiping.
  3. Noun.  a movable electric contact in some device.
  4. Noun.  (nautical) A junior role in the engine room of a ship, someone who wipes down machinery and generally keeps it clean.

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