Janitorial implement

MOP

It’s often paired with a bucket and used to clean up spills on the floor.

"Janitorial implement" is a straightforward clue pointing to a tool used for cleaning floors. The answer is "MOP," which is a common household and commercial item with a long handle and absorbent head for soaking up spills or scrubbing surfaces. There’s no wordplay here—it’s a direct definition where the clue and answer match in plain meaning. Think of the custodians you see in schools or offices pushing one around in a bucket.