Cleanth
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈklɛnθ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cleanth is a noun meaning (rare, nonstandard) The condition or state of being clean; cleanliness.
Meaning
(rare, nonstandard) The condition or state of being clean; cleanliness.
Example Sentences
"Cleanth and fresh air — that's what I believe in. Throw open the doors and the windows. Let's have some fresh air in here."
'Purity' and 'pollution', the results of 'good' and 'bad' practice respectively, connote spiritual cleanliness and uncleanliness as well as literal 'cleanth' and filth.
The Victorians didn't place the highest of priorities on cleanth, and Kingsley played no small part in proselytizing the cause of cleanliness as being part of the godliness business.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cleanness, cleanliness, cleanability, clean-handedness, uncleanliness, cleanhandedness.
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