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Clean: meaning, definitions and examples

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clean

 

[ kliหn ]

Adjective / Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

household

Free from dirt, marks, or unwanted substances.

Synonyms

neat, spotless, tidy

Examples of usage

  • The kitchen was spotless, everything was clean and shiny.
  • She always keeps her house clean and tidy.
Context #2 | Verb

environment

Make (something or someone) free of dirt, marks, or unwanted substances.

Synonyms

sanitize, scrub, wash

Examples of usage

  • She cleaned the windows until they sparkled.
  • Remember to clean your room before guests arrive.
Context #3 | Noun

hygiene

To undergo or perform the process of cleaning.

Synonyms

cleansing, scrubbing, washing

Examples of usage

  • Regular cleanings are necessary to maintain good hygiene.
  • The housekeeper does a thorough clean of the hotel rooms daily.

Translations

Translations of the word "clean" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น limpo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคซ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช sauber

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bersih

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะธัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czysty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใใ‚Œใ„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท propre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ limpio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท temiz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊นจ๋—ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุธูŠู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ฤistรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤistรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅนฒๅ‡€็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ฤist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hreinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะทะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฃแƒคแƒ—แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™miz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ limpio

Word origin

The word 'clean' originated from the Old English word 'clวฃne', which meant 'free from dirt, filth, or impurities'. The word has been used in various contexts throughout history, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness and purity. In modern times, cleanliness is associated with hygiene, health, and organization, making 'clean' a fundamental concept in daily life.

See also: cleaner, cleaning, cleanliness, cleanness, cleanse, cleanser, cleansing, cleanup, unclean, uncleanly.