{"era":"current","word":"swab","meaning":"a small absorbent pad or tool used for cleaning, sampling, or applying liquid","children":[{"era":"1200s","word":"swabber","meaning":"sailor detailed to swab decks","children":[{"era":"1200s","word":"zwabber","meaning":"mop; swabber","children":[],"language":"Middle Dutch"}],"language":"Middle English"}],"language":"Modern English"}