Clear-out
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Clear-out is a noun meaning The act of emptying a room or space.
Meaning
The act of emptying a room or space.
More Meanings
- (basketball) A semicircular sweep with the ball grasped firmly in both hands.
- (rugby) The act of removing opponents from a ruck or scrum in order to secure possession of the ball.
Example Sentences
We should give the garage a clear-out to make space for the new car.
Dave Kearney was straight over the ball in a jackal, and Mul made a brilliant clear-out.
DB Cargo has begun its clear-out of its Class 90 electric locomotive fleet in a fresh attempt to sell 12 examples, some of which have been out of use for almost 20 years.
Word Forms
- clear-outs
- clearout
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clearout, vacuation, emptying, cleanout, evacuation, moveout.
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