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clean
/kleːn/
When used as an adjective, "clean" describes the state of something being free from dirt or pollution. When used as a verb, it describes the action of removing that dirt. Remember that 'cleaning' can be both a specific task (like cleaning a window) or a general chore (like cleaning the house). In modern contexts, "clean" is frequently used to describe energy and technology that does not harm the environment, such as "clean air" or "clean power."
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Meanings
Free from dirt, marks, or stains.
"Make sure your hands are clean before you start cooking."
Not containing pollutants or harmful substances; ecologically pure.
"The city is investing in clean energy sources like wind and solar."
To remove dirt, rubbish, or impurities from something.
"I need to clean the kitchen before the guests arrive."