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    Fregona (en. Mop)

    /fɾeˈɣona/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A cleaning tool that consists of a long handle and a cloth part that absorbs water and dirt.
    I used the mop to clean the floor after the party.
    Usé la fregona para limpiar el piso después de la fiesta.
    A person who does domestic tasks, particularly home cleaning.
    The mop arrived to help with the house cleaning.
    La fregona llegó para ayudar en la limpieza de la casa.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'fregar', which means to clean or wash.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to mop the floor
    To clean the floor with a mop.
    pasar la fregona
    kitchen mop
    A specific utensil for cleaning in the kitchen.
    fregona de cocina

    Related Words

    to scrub
    To wash or clean a surface.
    fregar
    cleaning
    The act of cleaning.
    limpieza

    Slang Meanings

    In some colloquial contexts, it is used to refer to a person who does undesirable jobs.
    That office mop always has to do the dirty work.
    Esa fregona de la oficina siempre tiene que hacer el trabajo sucio.
    A derogatory term for a woman who does cleaning jobs.
    Don’t be such a mop, we should all collaborate.
    No seas tan fregona, todos deberíamos colaborar.