Recleaning: meaning, definitions and examples
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recleaning
[ riːˈkliːnɪŋ ]
cleaning process
Recleaning refers to the act of cleaning something again after it has already been cleaned. This process may occur due to a lack of thoroughness in the first cleaning or because new dirt or contaminants have appeared. Recleaning is often necessary in environments that require high standards of cleanliness, such as hospitals or laboratories. It can also occur in everyday situations, such as when a homeowner is not satisfied with the initial cleaning of their home.
Synonyms
re-scrubbing, re-washing, refreshing.
Examples of usage
- The kitchen required recleaning after the dinner party.
- We noticed streaks on the windows, so recleaning was necessary.
- The carpet needed recleaning due to pet stains.
Translations
Translations of the word "recleaning" in other languages:
🇵🇹 relimpeza
🇮🇳 फिर से सफाई
🇩🇪 erneute Reinigung
🇮🇩 pembersihan ulang
🇺🇦 перезапуск очищення
🇵🇱 ponowne czyszczenie
🇯🇵 再清掃
🇫🇷 ré-nettoyage
🇪🇸 relimpieza
🇹🇷 yeniden temizlik
🇰🇷 재청소
🇸🇦 إعادة التنظيف
🇨🇿 opětovné čištění
🇸🇰 opätovné čistenie
🇨🇳 重新清洁
🇸🇮 ponovno čiščenje
🇮🇸 endurhreinsun
🇰🇿 қайта тазарту
🇬🇪 მეორე წმენდა
🇦🇿 təkrar təmizləmə
🇲🇽 relimpieza
Etymology
The term 'recleaning' is a compound of the prefix 're-' and the verb 'clean.' The prefix 're-' is of Latin origin and denotes the idea of 'again' or 'anew.' It is commonly used in English to form verbs that indicate a repetition of an action, such as 'redo,' 'rebuild,' or 'revisit.' The verb 'clean' comes from the Old English 'clǣne,' meaning 'free from dirt' or 'pure.' Over time, the concept of cleaning has evolved, expanding beyond simple dirt removal to include sanitation and hygiene practices. The introduction of the term 'recleaning' suggests a growing awareness of cleanliness standards and the need for repeated cleaning, especially in professional cleaning services, where the expectation for impeccable conditions is paramount.