What does swept mean?
Swept means (military, of a body of water or part thereof) Cleared of mines (explosive devices)..
Swept
/swɛpt/ · adjective
Meaning
(military, of a body of water or part thereof) Cleared of mines (explosive devices)..
Definitions by Sense
- (military, of a body of water or part thereof) Cleared of mines (explosive devices).
- simple past and past participle of sweep
Example Sentences
Having survived the seemingly-random attacks through the day, and now under the cover of night, the Germans seem to have a clear run to safety. However, back when the route became clear thanks to the Enigma intercepts, Bomber Command had laid more mines in the swept channel. And now, along comes Gneisenau!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for swept?
Common synonyms include sweptwing, sweptback.
What is the opposite of swept?
Possible antonyms include unswept.
How do you use swept in a sentence?
Having survived the seemingly-random attacks through the day, and now under the cover of night, the Germans seem to have a clear run to safety. However, back when the route became clear thanks to the Enigma intercepts, Bomber Command had laid more mines in the swept channel. And now, along comes Gneisenau!
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