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

Apply the solution to the glass panels using a microfiber cloth and, for a streak-free shine, use a squeegee to wick the cleaning solution off of the glass. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025

Regularly sweep, mop properly with clean water and mop heads, and use a squeegee after showers to reduce buildup and maintain a sparkling finish. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 May 2025

Verb

Lightly mist the fabric and squeegee in one direction. —Cody Godwin, USA Today, 18 June 2025

Polish with Microfiber Cloth Use a microfiber cloth to polish the mirror after squeegeeing. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2025

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