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clearing
noun clear·ing \ˈklir-iŋ\
: the act or process of making something clear or of becoming clear
: an open area of land in which there are no trees
Full Definition of CLEARING
1
: the act or process of making or becoming clear
2
: a tract of land cleared of wood and brush
3
: the settlement of accounts or exchange of financial instruments especially between banks
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First Known Use of CLEARING
14th century
Related to CLEARING
- Synonyms
- acquittal, exculpation, exoneration, vindication
- Antonyms
- conviction
CLEARING Defined for Kids
clearing
noun clear·ing \ˈklir-iŋ\
Definition of CLEARING for Kids
: an open area of land in which there are no trees <We found a clearing in the forest.>
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