Clean
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British pronunciation/klˈiːn/
American pronunciation/ˈkɫin/

Definition & Meaning of "clean"

01

not having any bacteria, marks, or dirt

clean definition and meaning
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He washed his hands to keep them clean.
She used a clean cloth to wipe the dusty furniture.
02

free of restrictions or qualifications

03

(of air) having no pollution or harmful substances

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The mountains offer clean, crisp air, free from the smog of the city.
The city is taking steps to provide clean air for its residents by reducing emissions.
04

(of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims

05

(of a record) having no marks of discredit or offense

06

free of drugs

07

not carrying concealed weapons

08

(of behavior or especially language) free from objectionable elements; fit for all observers

09

having no harmful substances that could cause pollution

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Clean energy sources like solar and wind power offer environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional fossil fuels, reducing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Maintaining clean air quality standards is essential for protecting public health and minimizing the harmful effects of air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
10

ritually clean or pure

11

free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed

12

free from sepsis or infection

13

thorough and without qualification

14

without difficulties or problems

15

free from marks or stains, often appearing blank and white

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The clean sheet of paper was ready for her to start writing.
The artist preferred a clean canvas to work on, free from any previous colors or smudges.
16

exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play

17

(of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections

18

morally pure

to clean
01

to make something have no bacteria, marks, or dirt

Transitive: to clean sth
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I need to clean my glasses; they are dirty.
I usually clean the floors with a mop and cleaner.
02

to trim or cut off excess fat, gristle, or other undesirable portions from meat or poultry before cooking

Transitive: to clean meat or poultry
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The butcher cleans the ribs by trimming away excess fat.
She cleaned the pork loin before seasoning it with herbs.
03

to organize or arrange a space to make it neat and free of clutter

Transitive: to clean a space
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The children were asked to clean their rooms before going out to play.
We need to clean the living room before our guests arrive.
04

to cleanse one's body or body parts by washing

Transitive: to clean body parts
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After a long day of hiking, she cleaned her feet in the cool stream.
Do n’t forget to clean your face before applying the moisturizer.
05

to take off the outer covering from an object like seeds or nuts

Transitive: to clean a grain or nut
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She spent the afternoon cleaning sunflower seeds for the recipe.
The workers cleaned the corn, removing the husks and silk.
06

to remove dirt, stains, or marks from a surface

Transitive: to clean dirt or impurities off sth
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She cleaned the coffee stain off the carpet with a special cleaner.
He quickly cleaned the mud off his shoes before entering the house.
07

to remove all contents or elements, leaving a space or object bare

Transitive: to clean a space or contrainer
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The thief cleaned the apartment, taking everything of value.
The company cleaned their warehouse, leaving it ready for renovations.
08

to take away someone's money or belongings

Transitive: to clean sb
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After a night of gambling, he realized the casino had cleaned him completely.
She warned him about online fraud, saying, " They 'll clean you if you're not careful. "
09

to become free of dirt, stains, or impurities through a cleaning process

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The windows cleaned easily with just a bit of soap and water.
The carpet did n’t clean as well as I hoped, even after multiple attempts.
Clean
01

a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead

clean
01

completely; used as intensifiers

02

in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating

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