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Rareclean out
The correct spelling is clean out.
How to pronounce clean out
verb
Say it like: Clee-n o-wt
The correct spelling is clean out. To clean, especially to tidy by removing the contents. For example: "Clean out your purse and at least get rid of all the trash you're hauling around."
Usage Examples
“Clean out your purse and at least get rid of all the trash you're hauling around.”
“The divorce cleaned him out.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To clean, especially to tidy by removing the contents.
- 2.To empty completely; to remove all money or possessions from. (newer, humorous version is take to the cleaner's)
- 3.To hit or strike (someone); to beat (someone) up.
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