WIPER Definition & Meaning

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wiper

[wahy-per]

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noun

a person or thing that wipes.
the thing with which something is wiped, as a towel, handkerchief, or squeegee.
windshield wiper.
Electricity.��the portion of a selector or other similar device that makes contact with the terminals of a bank.
Machinery.��Also a projection or partial cam, as on a rotating shaft, moving to lift or dislodge another part, especially so as to let it drop when released.

wiper

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noun

any piece of cloth, such as a handkerchief, towel, etc, used for wiping
a cam rotated to ease a part and allow it to fall under its own weight, as used in stamping machines, etc
See windscreen wiper
electrical engineering a movable conducting arm, esp one in a switching or selecting device, that makes contact with a row or ring of contacts

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of wiper¹

First recorded in 1545–50; wipe + -er ¹

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At least one man threw a punch at the car, another kicked it with enough force to dislodge its rear windscreen wiper.

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Prior Cybertruck recalls involved failing windshield wipers, trapped accelerator pedals, possible loss of drive power to the wheels, and other issues.

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Driving the family minivan, I used the wipers to clear dust and grime off the windshield — and then wondered what remnants of other families’ lives I had just thoughtlessly brushed away.

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Instead, the AA recommends turning on the engine - ensuring the wipers are off to avoid damage - and directing warm air to the windscreen.

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It reminded motorists to use dipped headlights, wipers and demisters while driving in foggy conditions.

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wipe out wipe the slate clean

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