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dry–clean
verb \ˈdrī-ˌklēn\
: to clean (clothing, curtains, etc.) by using special chemicals instead of water
Full Definition of DRY-CLEAN
transitive verb
: to subject to dry cleaning
intransitive verb
: to undergo dry cleaning
— dry–clean·able \-ˈklē-nə-bəl\ adjective
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First Known Use of DRY-CLEAN
1817
DRY-CLEANABLE Defined for Kids
dry–clean
verb \ˈdrī-ˌklēn\
dry–cleaneddry–clean·ing
Definition of DRY-CLEAN for Kids
: to clean (fabrics) with chemicals instead of water
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