Definition of clean - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
physicalfree from dirt or impurities
- The kitchen is clean and ready for cooking.
2.
designsimple and neat in design
- The room had a clean, modern look.
3.
moralmorally pure or innocent
- She has a clean reputation in the community.
4.
preciseexecuted without mistakes
- The gymnast's routine was clean and impressive.
5.
decencyfree from offensive language or behavior
- The comedian's jokes were clean and family-friendly.
6.
sobrietynot having used drugs or alcohol
- He has been clean for five years now.
7.
environmentnot causing environmental harm
- Solar energy is a clean source of power.
Verb
1.
physical cleaningremove dirt from a place or object
- She cleaned the kitchen thoroughly.
2.
organizingtidy up and make a place neat
- He cleaned his room before guests arrived.
3.
technologyTECH. remove unnecessary files from a directoryTECH.
- He cleaned the hard drive to free up space.
4.
gamblingtr. Rare deprive wholly of money in gamblingtr. Rare
- He was cleaned out at the poker table.
5.
match sweeptr. TECH. US win all the games in a seriestr. TECH. US
- The team cleaned up in the playoffs..
6.
preparing foodTECH. remove guts and scales of a butchered animalTECH.
- She cleaned the fish before cooking.
7.
stone controlTECH. UK brush the ice lightly in curlingTECH. UK
- They cleaned the ice to guide the stone.
Noun
1.
cleaningremoval of dirt or impurities
- The clean of the room took all morning.
2.
weightliftingTECH. weightlift to shoulder heightTECH.
- He performed a clean during the competition.
Adverb
1.
tidinessneatly and without leaving any mess
- She cut the paper clean with scissors.
2.
completenessfully and completely without exception
- He clean forgot about the meeting.
Expressions with clean
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make an area or space tidy by removing dirt or mess
She decided to clean up the kitchen after dinner..
thoroughly clean one's living quarters
Every spring, we clean house to keep things fresh and tidy.
way of life focused on health and good behavior
His clean living helped him recover quickly from illness.
remove something completely from somewhere
They cleaned out the old files from the cabinet.
wash hands to remove dirt or germs
She always clean her hands before eating.
wash or make oneself tidy after being dirty
After painting the house, he went to clean himself up.
wash and care for your body regularly
He keeps himself clean by showering and brushing his teeth every morning.
remove unwanted items from a physical storage space
She decided to clean out her closet last weekend.
new beginning without past problems
After the move, she felt it was a clean start.
remove pollutants or impurities from the air
We need to clean the air in the city to reduce health risks.
slice something completely in one motion without stopping
The sword cut clean through the rope.
very clean and free from dirt
The kitchen was clean as a whistle after dinner.
money legally earned or gained
She prides herself on making clean money.
enjoyable activities that are not harmful or offensive
The kids were having good clean fun at the park.
begin again without past problems or mistakes
After moving to a new city, she decided to make a clean start.
completely stripped of contents or resources
The carcass was picked clean by vultures.
escape without being caught or detected
The thieves made a clean getaway with the jewels.
win or make a lot of money in something
They cleaned up on the stock market.
be free from guilt or wrongdoing
The judge believed he had clean hands in the case.
follow rules or behave properly
She always keeps her nose clean at work to avoid any issues.
extremely clean, shiny, and spotless like a new penny
The kitchen was clean as a new penny after the thorough cleaning.
very clean, spotless, and free from dirt or stains
The kitchen was clean as a new pin after the thorough cleaning.
statement indicating no problems or issues
The company got a clean bill of health from the auditors.
complete end of a relationship or situation
After years of arguments, they decided on a clean break.
Origin of clean
Latin, cleanus (clean)
Terms with clean included in their meaning
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dental care
clean teeth using a brush
cleaning
clean a surface using a broom or brush
cleaning action
clean with water and usually soap
oral hygiene
clean teeth using a toothbrush and toothpaste
hygiene
clean the face using water and soap
hygiene
clean the hair on your head with water and soap
refreshing
clean and cool
cleanliness
clean and tidy in appearance or arrangement
clean
free from any contamination or impurities
clean
make a stain or mark disappear
hygiene
clean after being rinsed with water
cleaning action
clean or dry by rubbing
childcare
clean a person by immersion in water
personal hygiene
clean oneself by immersion in water
outside air
clean air from outside, often considered good for health
objects
not broken, clean, and working as it should
cleaning
clean up liquid with a mop or cloth
cleaning
washing something with clean water to remove dirt or soap
personal hygiene
clean oneself or part of the body with water and soap
hygiene
clean oneself after using the toilet
tidying
tidy or clean a place
cleaning
use hot vapor to soften or clean fabrics
poor cleaner
person who is not good at keeping house clean
literal
clean water with a blue color
Examples of clean in a sentence
The water in the pool is clean and clear. The website has a clean interface. She admired the clean lines of the sculpture. The jury found his motives clean. She tried to keep her conscience clean. Her clean landing earned high marks.
The surgeon made a clean incision. Her speech was clean and respectful. The movie was clean enough for kids. She has been clean since the rehab. Staying clean is his top priority. Electric cars are considered clean vehicles. Wind power is a clean energy alternative. He cleaned the windows until they sparkled. They cleaned the car after the road trip. She cleaned the kitchen after dinner. They cleaned the office before the meeting. She cleaned the downloads folder to organize her files. The program automatically cleans temporary files every week. They cleaned him out during the blackjack game. She was cleaned of her savings at the casino. They cleaned the series with no losses. Our team cleaned the finals this year. He learned how to clean a fish at the camp. The chef demonstrated how to clean the freshly caught trout. The team cleaned the ice swiftly during the match. Players must clean the ice to maintain speed. A thorough clean of the car was needed. The clean of the kitchen was overdue. Her clean was flawless in the final lift. The coach praised his clean technique. He painted the wall clean without any drips. The chef sliced the vegetables clean for the salad. She clean swept the competition with her outstanding performance. The room was clean empty after the guests left.
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- French:propre, nettoyer, ...
- German:sauber, putzen, ...
- Italian:pulito, pulire, ...
- Spanish:limpio, limpiar, ...
- Portuguese:limpo, limpar, ...
- Chinese:干净的, 打扫, ...
- Japanese:清潔な, 掃除する, ...
- Arabic:نَظِيف, نَظَّفَ, ...
- Hebrew:נָקִי, לְנַקּוֹת, ...
- Russian:чистый, убирать, ...
- Ukrainian:чистий, прибирати, ...
- Hindi:साफ, साफ करना, ...
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