cowboy shower

noun

Meaning

A method of cleaning oneself by wiping the body with a damp cloth or sponge instead of using a full shower or bath.

Examples

  • When the campground water was shut off, we all resorted to a quick cowboy shower in our tents.
  • He took a cowboy shower at the sink before heading to the meeting.

Synonyms: sponge bath, wash-up, bird bath