swabbing vs swab

swabbing and swab both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
swabbing	Yes	No	No	No
swab	Yes	No	Yes	No

swabbing (noun)	swab (noun)
cleaning with a mop	cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors
	implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion

swabbing (verb)	swab (verb)
	wash with a swab or a mop
	apply (usually a liquid) to a surface