Clearing: meaning, definitions and examples

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clearing

 

[ ˈklɪrɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

financial

A clearing is the process of settling financial transactions between two parties. It involves a third party, such as a clearinghouse, that acts as an intermediary to ensure the smooth transfer of assets.

Synonyms

approval, clearance, settlement.

Examples of usage

  • The clearing of trades is essential for maintaining the integrity of financial markets.
  • After the clearing process, the buyer will receive the securities while the seller will receive the funds.
Context #2 | Noun

land

A clearing is an area of land that has been cleared of trees, brush, or other vegetation. It is often done to create space for agriculture, construction, or other purposes.

Synonyms

glade, meadow, open space.

Examples of usage

  • The loggers created a large clearing in the forest.
  • The clearing in the field will be used for planting crops.
Context #3 | Noun

mind

A clearing is a mental space where one can find clarity, peace, and calmness. It is often associated with meditation, mindfulness, or introspection.

Synonyms

calmness, serenity, tranquility.

Examples of usage

  • She found a clearing in her mind after practicing yoga.
  • The meditation retreat offered a tranquil clearing for participants.

Translations

Translations of the word "clearing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 limpeza

🇮🇳 सफाई

🇩🇪 Reinigung

🇮🇩 pembersihan

🇺🇦 очищення

🇵🇱 czyszczenie

🇯🇵 掃除 (そうじ)

🇫🇷 nettoyage

🇪🇸 limpieza

🇹🇷 temizlik

🇰🇷 청소 (청소)

🇸🇦 تنظيف

🇨🇿 čištění

🇸🇰 čistenie

🇨🇳 清理 (qīnglǐ)

🇸🇮 čiščenje

🇮🇸 hreinsun

🇰🇿 тазалау

🇬🇪 გასუფთავება

🇦🇿 təmizləmə

🇲🇽 limpieza

Etymology

The word 'clearing' originated from the Old English word 'clǣring', which meant 'a clearing of trees'. Over time, it evolved to encompass various meanings related to finance, land, and mental spaces. The concept of clearing has been essential in facilitating transactions, creating open spaces, and finding inner peace.

See also: clarity, clear, clearance, clearly, clearness, unclear, unclearly, unclearness.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,049 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.