Sponging

What does SPONGING mean?

Sponging is a form of SPONGE.

1. verb

   wipe with a sponge, so as to clean or moisten

2. noun

   a porous mass of interlacing fibers that forms the internal skeleton of various marine animals and usable to absorb water or any porous rubber or cellulose product similarly used

3. noun

   someone able to acquire new knowledge and skills rapidly and easily

   “she soaks up foreign languages like a sponge”

4. noun

   a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.