The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word ERASE which also is the latest solution we found used in LA Times in 2024.
Wipe crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| ERASE | 89 % | 5 |
| RUB | 11 % | 3 |
Why may ERASE be the right solution?
The word "wipe" suggests the act of removing or cleaning something. "Erase" is a synonym for wiping away or removing, making it an appropriate answer to the clue.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Wipe
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- rub
- obliterate
- pass over
- efface
- scavenging
- scavenge
- cleanse
- sweep
- swab
- wash
- blot
- brush
Crossword Answer definitions
ERASE noun- The operation of deleting data.
- To remove markings or information
- To obliterate information from (a storage medium), such as to clear or (with magnetic storage) to demagnetize.
- To obliterate (information) from a storage medium, such as to clear or to overwrite.
- To remove a runner from the bases via a double play or pick off play
- To be erased (have markings removed, have information removed or be cleared of information).
- To disregard (a group, an orientation, etc.); to prevent from having an active role in society.
- To kill; assassinate.
More crossword clues leading to the same solutions
Here's a few more crossword clues - all leading to the identical solution
More clues leading to the result ERASE
- Rub out
- Clean the slate
- Delete
- Delete a file
- Destroy
- Expunge
- Free up space, in a way
- Get the lead out?
- Wipe away
- Wipe out