Swab Crossword Clue

Last seen in: Boston Globe Mini · 2026-10-18

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Swab featured in Boston Globe Mini puzzle on 2026-10-18. We have found 1 possible answer for this clue in our database. The most recently added answer is ready to reveal and has a length of 3 letters. Reveal the answer below when you are ready to check it.

Crossword answer

Try solving the clue before revealing the answer.

3 letters

Clue & Answer Meanings

(noun)

  1. cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors

(verb)

  1. make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip
  2. to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop

(noun)

  1. cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors
  2. implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion

(verb)

  1. apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
  2. wash with a swab or a mop

1 Potential Answers:

  • 99% match 3 letters
    MOP

    Swab (3)

    Boston Globe Mini · Oct 18, 2026

From this puzzle

More clues from Boston Globe Mini on Oct 18, 2026

View all puzzle clues

Recently updated

Fresh crossword clues

Browse more sources

Crossword publishers

Browse all publishers