英语词汇“clean”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

clean

/kliːn

adjective

1Free from dirt, marks, or stains: the room was spotlessly clean keep the wound clean...

The source print seems to have been quite clean and free of dirt and damage, resulting in likely the best transfer you'll ever see.
The film is surprisingly clean and free of dirt or scratches, and colors are vibrant and rich.
There was dirt under the usually clean fingernails.

Synonyms

washed, scrubbed, cleansed, cleaned, polished;

spotless, unsoiled, unstained, unspotted, unsullied, unblemished, immaculate, pristine, speckless, dirt-free;

hygienic, sanitary, disinfected, sterilized, sterile, aseptic, decontaminated, healthy;

pure, white, whiter than white;

laundered

informal squeaky clean, as clean as a whistle

1.1Having been washed since last worn or used: a clean blouse...

When I replace the clean cutlery after washing up, there's always some already there to give me clues about where stuff lives.
They sat on the edge of the low shelf which served as a bench, scrubbed and washed and dressed in clean tunics.
But once you emerged from the darkness of the cellar with a tub of clean wash and started hanging on the line, this was for all the world to see.

1.2 [attributive] (Of paper) not yet marked by writing or drawing: he copied the advert on to a clean sheet of paper...

A wastebasket sat next to a stack of clean paper on the floor.
It absorbs the color from the inks it blends, but is quickly cleaned with a couple of swipes on clean paper.
He packs plants in cardboard boxes lined with clean paper and occasionally uses icepacks.

Synonyms

blank, empty, bare, clear, plain, white;

unused, new, pristine, fresh, unmarked, unfilled, untouched

1.3(Of a person) attentive to personal hygiene: by nature he was clean and neat...

By these means, the virtuous mother could mold an unspoiled, respectful, neat, and clean child.
Our girls are clean and healthy.
Henry was fastidiously clean by the standards of the time.

1.4Free from pollutants or unpleasant substances: we will create a cleaner, safer environment...

Despite being labelled as a fast growing city, the average man on the street expects that the city would be clean and free from pollution.
Sandanski has the lowest annual rainfall in Bulgaria and its air is remarkably clean and pollution-free.
The water is one degree Celsius, but at least the normally polluted lake is clean enough to swim in today.

Synonyms

pure, clear, fresh, crisp, refreshing;

unpolluted, uncontaminated, untainted, unmixed, unadulterated;

distilled, purified

1.5Free from or producing relatively little radioactive contamination.

1.6(Of timber) free from knots: the forester and the sawyer reject timber that is not straight and clean

2Morally uncontaminated; pure; innocent: clean living...

‘I strongly reject the implicit suggestion that their party is morally clean,’ he said.
It is by self discipline and clean moral life that man can unveil the divine qualities in his personality.
We need to be morally upright, like chaste virgins before God, pure and clean.

Synonyms

virtuous, good, upright, upstanding;

honourable, respectable, reputable, decent, righteous, moral, morally correct, ethical, exemplary, honest, just;

innocent, pure, chaste, undefiled, guiltless, blameless, irreproachable, unimpeachable, pure as the driven snow, whiter than white;

Christianity immaculate, impeccable

informal squeaky clean

innocent, guiltless, blameless, clear, in the clear, not to blame, guilt-free, crime-free, above suspicion, unimpeachable, irreproachable

informal squeaky clean

2.1Not sexually offensive or obscene: it’s all good clean fun...

The show promises to transport the audience to an era when humour meant good clean fun.
It was all good clean fun and a day many of the little people will cherish long after their Santa days.
It's about time we resurrect the good clean fun in computer games because I am really tired of the blood and gore of 21 st-century games.

2.2Showing or having no record of offences or crimes: a clean driving licence is essential for the job...

With a clean credit record once again, I hope you will be able to arrange a loan.
I really need a clean credit record because I will be moving house again shortly.
He had never had an accident before and had previously had a completely clean driving record.

2.3Played or done according to the rules: we are not completely sure that the elections will be clean and fair...

Market economics and the rule of law demand clean government.
We live in a clinically clean society with rules and regulations.
However, he still believes that corruption can be curbed by setting up a clean system and strict rules.

Synonyms

fair, honest, sporting, sportsmanlike, just, upright, law-abiding, chivalrous, honourable, according to the rules, according to Hoyle

informal on the level

2.4 [predicative] informal Not possessing or containing anything illegal, especially drugs or stolen goods: I searched him and his luggage, and he was clean...

The tall guy was clean, and they told him to board along with the rest of the passengers and we had a safe enjoyable flight.

2.5 [predicative] informal (Of a person) not taking or having taken drugs or alcohol: I had been here for only a fortnight and clean for three weeks...

I'm going to meetings every day and learning that when I'm clean, I'm a winner.
I've made amends to my family; I bring them a lot of joy because I'm clean and I brought them sadness during my using.
I had taken someone for quite a lot of money and these are things I've got to deal with today because I'm clean.

Synonyms

sober, teetotal, non-drinking, clear-headed, as sober as a judge;

drug-free, free of drugs, off drugs;

abstinent, self-restrained

informal dry, on the wagon, straight

2.6Free from ceremonial defilement, according to Mosaic Law or other religious codes.We need not worry about such things as ceremonial washings and clean and unclean foods.

3Free from irregularities; having a smooth edge or surface: a clean fracture of the leg...

On the left is the smooth, clean surface of the new dam that has turned part of the Colorado River into a lake.
The patented coring tine cuts clean cores at the surface and shatters the soil below.
Also, wires, especially for gas metal-arc welding, must have clean, smooth surfaces.

3.1Having a simple, well-defined, and pleasing shape: the clean lines and pared-down planes of modernism...

This urban contemporary collection keeps things in perspective with simple forms, clean lines and subtle shapes.
Linen looks best in simple shapes, with clean geometric lines.
The clean lines and the simple shapes are compelling in their quiet beauty and grace.

Synonyms

simple, elegant, graceful, uncluttered, trim, shapely, unfussy, uncomplicated;

streamlined, smooth, well defined, definite, clean-cut;

regular, symmetrical

3.2(Of an action) smoothly and skilfully done: he took a clean catch...

In the musicals, the performances were very clean, and flowed smoothly and the acting was natural and often sparked laughter.
A clean catch and drive provided the platform for a march to the line and the winning try.
It was a clean take-off, and he was airborne five minutes after starting his take-off run.

Synonyms

neat, smooth, crisp, straight, accurate, precise, slick;

British inch-perfect

4(Of a taste, sound, or smell) giving a clear and distinctive impression to the senses; sharp and fresh: clean, fresh, natural flavours...

The stew was spiked with still-crisp bits of green pepper and onion, and had a clean taste of fresh vegetables.
The tamilok, its fans swear, has a fresh clean taste that sends shivers of pleasure down one's alimentary canal.
This simple natural Thai soup offers fresh clean flavours that fuse the taste that is Thai cuisine.

adverb

1So as to be free from dirt, marks, or unwanted matter: the room had been washed clean...

Soapy wash bags are also great for scrubbing the kids clean, and softening the skin at the same time.
Before entering the Wellington's special care baby unit they had to scrub their hands clean and cover themselves in protective overalls.
Once, he pressured someone into scrubbing his boots clean and moaned when he noticed one speck of mud on the bottom.

2 informal Used to emphasize the completeness of a reported action, condition, or experience: he was knocked clean off his feet I clean forgot her birthday...

Suddenly, the wind picked up, knocking Jerry clean off his feet.
So that was that - except that in the rush to sort out the mystery, she clean forgot to ask what emergency the fire engine was going to.
It knocked the victims clean into the air.

Synonyms

completely, entirely, totally, fully, wholly, thoroughly, altogether, quite, utterly, absolutely

verb [with object]

1Make clean; remove dirt, marks, or stains from: clean your teeth properly after meals I cleaned up my room (as noun cleaning) Anne will help with the cleaning...

I will stamp my foot until the city rises into the sky and the dirt and filth is cleaned away.
When we emerged, I grabbed some leaves off a nearby plant to clean the dirt off my hands.
It can be easier to clean their teeth if you cradle your baby's head in your arms in front of you.

Synonyms

wash, cleanse, wipe, sponge, scrub, mop, rinse, scour, swab, hose down, sluice (down), flush, polish, disinfect;

shampoo;

floss

literary lave

launder;

dry-clean

1.1Remove the innards of (fish or poultry) prior to cooking: there are a variety of ways to cook the herring, but it must first be gutted and cleaned...

She sat down on the log and she just waited for him to carry on with cleaning the fish.
Taking out a small knife, she began to clean the fish.
Even George, when he had taught her how to clean a fish, hadn't felt the same.

Synonyms

gut, eviscerate, remove the innards of, draw, dress

noun [in singular]

An act of cleaning something: he gave the room a clean...

For the quickest clean in every room of the house, choose from our favorite pairs.
To allow the work to take place, the service reservoir has been drained down temporarily, and engineers are using this opportunity to give it a routine clean.
Conservative councillors, who have been campaigning for a weekly clean, said they were dismayed by the decision and felt residents had been let down.

Phrases

(as) clean as a whistle

clean bill of health

clean someone's clock

clean house

clean one's plate

a clean sheet (or slate)

clean up one's act

come clean

have clean hands

keep one's hands clean

keep one's nose clean

make a clean breast of it

make a clean job of something

make a clean sweep

Phrasal verbs

clean someone out

clean something out

clean up

clean something up

Derivatives

cleanable

/ˈkliːnəb(ə)l

/ adjective ...

Thankfully everything is cleanable and fixable.
The wall must be furnished with easily cleanable tile in order to meet government health and safety standards.
For example, milking parlor design doesn't have to be certified as cleanable.

cleanish

adjective ...

If it wasn't for us and our pesky obsession with getting places on time, sitting on cleanish seats with access to working toilets, the transport system would run perfectly well.
It was pretty funny to see these folk arrive in what is basically a really messy shell, and watch their reactions to having to find a cleanish place to sleep.
Note that when anyone else takes out the bar steward's car, it comes back dry, cleanish and not at all broken.

cleanness

/ˈkliːnnəs

/ noun ...

It will once again be promoted as a town of natural beauty, cleanness, and calmness.
The impulse to cleanness, freshness, frankness, simplicity, precision, informs both the inward- and the outward-directed music of this time.
In this massive text dealing with cases of cleanness and purity in food and in domestic relationships, the two key sections deal with religious festivals and detailed procedures of Temple practices.

Origin

Old English clǣne, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch and German klein 'small'.

To make a clean breast of it is to confess all of your mistakes or wrongdoings. People used to think that the breast, or chest, was where a person's conscience was located.
In the proverb cleanliness is next to godliness, ‘next’ means ‘immediately following’. The saying is quoted by John Wesley in one of his sermons, on the subject of dress: ‘Slovenliness is no part of religion…Cleanliness is indeed next to godliness’ (1791).

单词	clean
释义	clean /kliːn / adjective 1Free from dirt, marks, or stains: the room was spotlessly clean keep the wound clean... The source print seems to have been quite clean and free of dirt and damage, resulting in likely the best transfer you'll ever see. The film is surprisingly clean and free of dirt or scratches, and colors are vibrant and rich. There was dirt under the usually clean fingernails. Synonyms washed, scrubbed, cleansed, cleaned, polished; spotless, unsoiled, unstained, unspotted, unsullied, unblemished, immaculate, pristine, speckless, dirt-free; hygienic, sanitary, disinfected, sterilized, sterile, aseptic, decontaminated, healthy; pure, white, whiter than white; laundered informal squeaky clean, as clean as a whistle 1.1Having been washed since last worn or used: a clean blouse... When I replace the clean cutlery after washing up, there's always some already there to give me clues about where stuff lives. They sat on the edge of the low shelf which served as a bench, scrubbed and washed and dressed in clean tunics. But once you emerged from the darkness of the cellar with a tub of clean wash and started hanging on the line, this was for all the world to see. 1.2 [attributive] (Of paper) not yet marked by writing or drawing: he copied the advert on to a clean sheet of paper... A wastebasket sat next to a stack of clean paper on the floor. It absorbs the color from the inks it blends, but is quickly cleaned with a couple of swipes on clean paper. He packs plants in cardboard boxes lined with clean paper and occasionally uses icepacks. Synonyms blank, empty, bare, clear, plain, white; unused, new, pristine, fresh, unmarked, unfilled, untouched 1.3(Of a person) attentive to personal hygiene: by nature he was clean and neat... By these means, the virtuous mother could mold an unspoiled, respectful, neat, and clean child. Our girls are clean and healthy. Henry was fastidiously clean by the standards of the time. 1.4Free from pollutants or unpleasant substances: we will create a cleaner, safer environment... Despite being labelled as a fast growing city, the average man on the street expects that the city would be clean and free from pollution. Sandanski has the lowest annual rainfall in Bulgaria and its air is remarkably clean and pollution-free. The water is one degree Celsius, but at least the normally polluted lake is clean enough to swim in today. Synonyms pure, clear, fresh, crisp, refreshing; unpolluted, uncontaminated, untainted, unmixed, unadulterated; distilled, purified 1.5Free from or producing relatively little radioactive contamination. 1.6(Of timber) free from knots: the forester and the sawyer reject timber that is not straight and clean 2Morally uncontaminated; pure; innocent: clean living... ‘I strongly reject the implicit suggestion that their party is morally clean,’ he said. It is by self discipline and clean moral life that man can unveil the divine qualities in his personality. We need to be morally upright, like chaste virgins before God, pure and clean. Synonyms virtuous, good, upright, upstanding; honourable, respectable, reputable, decent, righteous, moral, morally correct, ethical, exemplary, honest, just; innocent, pure, chaste, undefiled, guiltless, blameless, irreproachable, unimpeachable, pure as the driven snow, whiter than white; Christianity immaculate, impeccable informal squeaky clean innocent, guiltless, blameless, clear, in the clear, not to blame, guilt-free, crime-free, above suspicion, unimpeachable, irreproachable informal squeaky clean 2.1Not sexually offensive or obscene: it’s all good clean fun... The show promises to transport the audience to an era when humour meant good clean fun. It was all good clean fun and a day many of the little people will cherish long after their Santa days. It's about time we resurrect the good clean fun in computer games because I am really tired of the blood and gore of 21 st-century games. 2.2Showing or having no record of offences or crimes: a clean driving licence is essential for the job... With a clean credit record once again, I hope you will be able to arrange a loan. I really need a clean credit record because I will be moving house again shortly. He had never had an accident before and had previously had a completely clean driving record. 2.3Played or done according to the rules: we are not completely sure that the elections will be clean and fair... Market economics and the rule of law demand clean government. We live in a clinically clean society with rules and regulations. However, he still believes that corruption can be curbed by setting up a clean system and strict rules. Synonyms fair, honest, sporting, sportsmanlike, just, upright, law-abiding, chivalrous, honourable, according to the rules, according to Hoyle informal on the level 2.4 [predicative] informal Not possessing or containing anything illegal, especially drugs or stolen goods: I searched him and his luggage, and he was clean... The tall guy was clean, and they told him to board along with the rest of the passengers and we had a safe enjoyable flight. 2.5 [predicative] informal (Of a person) not taking or having taken drugs or alcohol: I had been here for only a fortnight and clean for three weeks... I'm going to meetings every day and learning that when I'm clean, I'm a winner. I've made amends to my family; I bring them a lot of joy because I'm clean and I brought them sadness during my using. I had taken someone for quite a lot of money and these are things I've got to deal with today because I'm clean. Synonyms sober, teetotal, non-drinking, clear-headed, as sober as a judge; drug-free, free of drugs, off drugs; abstinent, self-restrained informal dry, on the wagon, straight 2.6Free from ceremonial defilement, according to Mosaic Law or other religious codes.We need not worry about such things as ceremonial washings and clean and unclean foods. 3Free from irregularities; having a smooth edge or surface: a clean fracture of the leg... On the left is the smooth, clean surface of the new dam that has turned part of the Colorado River into a lake. The patented coring tine cuts clean cores at the surface and shatters the soil below. Also, wires, especially for gas metal-arc welding, must have clean, smooth surfaces. 3.1Having a simple, well-defined, and pleasing shape: the clean lines and pared-down planes of modernism... This urban contemporary collection keeps things in perspective with simple forms, clean lines and subtle shapes. Linen looks best in simple shapes, with clean geometric lines. The clean lines and the simple shapes are compelling in their quiet beauty and grace. Synonyms simple, elegant, graceful, uncluttered, trim, shapely, unfussy, uncomplicated; streamlined, smooth, well defined, definite, clean-cut; regular, symmetrical 3.2(Of an action) smoothly and skilfully done: he took a clean catch... In the musicals, the performances were very clean, and flowed smoothly and the acting was natural and often sparked laughter. A clean catch and drive provided the platform for a march to the line and the winning try. It was a clean take-off, and he was airborne five minutes after starting his take-off run. Synonyms neat, smooth, crisp, straight, accurate, precise, slick; British inch-perfect 4(Of a taste, sound, or smell) giving a clear and distinctive impression to the senses; sharp and fresh: clean, fresh, natural flavours... The stew was spiked with still-crisp bits of green pepper and onion, and had a clean taste of fresh vegetables. The tamilok, its fans swear, has a fresh clean taste that sends shivers of pleasure down one's alimentary canal. This simple natural Thai soup offers fresh clean flavours that fuse the taste that is Thai cuisine. adverb 1So as to be free from dirt, marks, or unwanted matter: the room had been washed clean... Soapy wash bags are also great for scrubbing the kids clean, and softening the skin at the same time. Before entering the Wellington's special care baby unit they had to scrub their hands clean and cover themselves in protective overalls. Once, he pressured someone into scrubbing his boots clean and moaned when he noticed one speck of mud on the bottom. 2 informal Used to emphasize the completeness of a reported action, condition, or experience: he was knocked clean off his feet I clean forgot her birthday... Suddenly, the wind picked up, knocking Jerry clean off his feet. So that was that - except that in the rush to sort out the mystery, she clean forgot to ask what emergency the fire engine was going to. It knocked the victims clean into the air. Synonyms completely, entirely, totally, fully, wholly, thoroughly, altogether, quite, utterly, absolutely verb [with object] 1Make clean; remove dirt, marks, or stains from: clean your teeth properly after meals I cleaned up* my room* (as noun cleaning) Anne will help with the cleaning... I will stamp my foot until the city rises into the sky and the dirt and filth is cleaned away. When we emerged, I grabbed some leaves off a nearby plant to clean the dirt off my hands. It can be easier to clean their teeth if you cradle your baby's head in your arms in front of you. Synonyms wash, cleanse, wipe, sponge, scrub, mop, rinse, scour, swab, hose down, sluice (down), flush, polish, disinfect; shampoo; floss literary lave launder; dry-clean 1.1Remove the innards of (fish or poultry) prior to cooking: there are a variety of ways to cook the herring, but it must first be gutted and cleaned... She sat down on the log and she just waited for him to carry on with cleaning the fish. Taking out a small knife, she began to clean the fish. Even George, when he had taught her how to clean a fish, hadn't felt the same. Synonyms gut, eviscerate, remove the innards of, draw, dress noun [in singular] An act of cleaning something: he gave the room a clean... For the quickest clean in every room of the house, choose from our favorite pairs. To allow the work to take place, the service reservoir has been drained down temporarily, and engineers are using this opportunity to give it a routine clean. Conservative councillors, who have been campaigning for a weekly clean, said they were dismayed by the decision and felt residents had been let down. Phrases (as) clean as a whistle clean bill of health clean someone's clock clean house clean one's plate a clean sheet (or slate) clean up one's act come clean have clean hands keep one's hands clean keep one's nose clean make a clean breast of it make a clean job of something make a clean sweep Phrasal verbs clean someone out clean something out clean up clean something up Derivatives cleanable /ˈkliːnəb(ə)l / adjective ... Thankfully everything is cleanable and fixable. The wall must be furnished with easily cleanable tile in order to meet government health and safety standards. For example, milking parlor design doesn't have to be certified as cleanable. cleanish adjective ... If it wasn't for us and our pesky obsession with getting places on time, sitting on cleanish seats with access to working toilets, the transport system would run perfectly well. It was pretty funny to see these folk arrive in what is basically a really messy shell, and watch their reactions to having to find a cleanish place to sleep. Note that when anyone else takes out the bar steward's car, it comes back dry, cleanish and not at all broken. cleanness /ˈkliːnnəs / noun ... It will once again be promoted as a town of natural beauty, cleanness, and calmness. The impulse to cleanness, freshness, frankness, simplicity, precision, informs both the inward- and the outward-directed music of this time. In this massive text dealing with cases of cleanness and purity in food and in domestic relationships, the two key sections deal with religious festivals and detailed procedures of Temple practices. Origin Old English clǣne, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch and German klein 'small'. To make a clean breast of it is to confess all of your mistakes or wrongdoings. People used to think that the breast, or chest, was where a person's conscience was located. In the proverb cleanliness is next to godliness, ‘next’ means ‘immediately following’. The saying is quoted by John Wesley in one of his sermons, on the subject of dress: ‘Slovenliness is no part of religion…Cleanliness is indeed next to godliness’ (1791). 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clean

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cleanable

cleanish

cleanness

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