the lapwing.-to rub with something soft for cleaning; to clean or dry by rubbing; as, to wipe the hands or face with a towel.-to remove by rubbing; to rub off; to obliterate; -- usually followed by away, off or out. also used figuratively.-to cheat; to defraud; to trick; -- usually followed by out.-act of rubbing, esp. in order to clean.-a blow; a stroke; a hit; a swipe.-a gibe; a jeer; a severe sarcasm.-a handkerchief.-stain; brand.