verb
General Slang
wipe down
WYPE DOWN · verb · informal
Cleaning equipment after you've sweated on it.
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Definitions
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To clean a bench or machine after use, particularly to remove sweat — a matter of gym hygiene and etiquette.
“Please wipe down the bench after that sweaty set.”
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wipe down In A Sentence
Please wipe down the bench after that sweaty set.
Origin & Usage
Gym etiquette term.
Variants
wipe-down
People Also Ask
What does 'wipe down' mean in the gym?
It means cleaning a bench or machine after you use it, mainly to wipe away your sweat before the next person.
Why do you have to wipe down gym equipment?
It's a matter of hygiene and etiquette — removing sweat keeps shared equipment clean and pleasant for everyone.
What do you use to wipe down equipment?
Most gyms provide disinfectant spray and paper towels or sanitising wipes for cleaning the equipment after use.
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