Decluttering: meaning, definitions and examples
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decluttering
[ dɪˈklʌtərɪŋ ]
home organization
Decluttering refers to the process of removing unnecessary items from a space in order to create a more organized and tidy environment. It often involves assessing belongings, deciding what to keep, donate, or discard, and finding effective storage solutions. This practice can contribute to mental clarity and reduce stress.
Synonyms
clearing out, organizing, tidying.
Examples of usage
- She spent the weekend decluttering her closet.
- They are decluttering their home to prepare for the move.
- After decluttering, the room felt much larger and more inviting.
Translations
Translations of the word "decluttering" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desorganização
🇮🇳 सफाई
🇩🇪 Entrümpelung
🇮🇩 membersihkan
🇺🇦 розвантаження
🇵🇱 porządkowanie
🇯🇵 整理
🇫🇷 désencombrement
🇪🇸 despeje
🇹🇷 dağınıklığı giderme
🇰🇷 정리
🇸🇦 إزالة الفوضى
🇨🇿 úklid
🇸🇰 upratovanie
🇨🇳 清理
🇸🇮 odpravljanje
🇮🇸 hreinsun
🇰🇿 тазарту
🇬🇪 დაალაგება
🇦🇿 təmizləmə
🇲🇽 despeje
Etymology
The word 'declutter' is a compound of the prefix 'de-' which typically signifies removal or reversal, and the noun 'clutter', referring to a collection of items that are disordered or scattered. The term 'clutter' has its roots in Middle English 'clotter', which means to block or congest, reflecting a state of disorder. The practice of decluttering gained popularity in modern society alongside the movement towards minimalism and organizing culture, advocating for a simpler lifestyle by reducing excess possessions. It emphasizes the mental and emotional benefits of having a clean and organized space, reflecting a growing awareness of personal well-being in tandem with one's environment.