wipe up

verb4

1. •
   To completely remove spilled liquid or solids, typically by hand using a dishcloth.

   • I'll wipe up that spilled milk.
   • First let me wipe up all these bread crumbs.
2. •
   To clean thoroughly, particularly with a dishcloth or rag.

   • I always wipe up the counter before making dinner.
   • Please wipe up the kitchen at the end of your shift.
3. •
   (UK) To dry utensils, dishes etc. that have been washed.

   • You're not watching TV until you've wiped up!
4. •
   (slang, figurative) To defeat (an opponent) thoroughly; trounce.

   • We're going to wipe up your team just like we wiped up the Canaries.