windshield wiper

American  

noun

1. an electrically or pneumatically operated device consisting of a squeegee connected to a mechanical arm designed to wipe off rain, snow, etc., from a windshield or rear window.

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Example Sentences

It starts to rain, so she flips on the windshield wipers.

From Literature

If windshield wipers are on, headlights should be on — it’s the law.

From Los Angeles Times

The circuitry that makes them move includes motors typically used to power windshield wipers.

From The Wall Street Journal

First Brands sells billions of dollars worth of parts including oil filters and windshield wipers annually to customers such as Walmart.

From The Wall Street Journal

American auto companies have long relied on China for the magnets, which are essential for making everything from electric motors to headlights and windshield wipers.

From The Wall Street Journal