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clearing

/ˈklɪəɹɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of making an area free from obstructions or people.

  • A space that is free from clutter or confusion.


Synonyms

stub , glade
Variants
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Etymology
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From Old English 'clerian' meaning 'to clear, make bright, or make free'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'clearing' is often used in the context of forest management to refer to an area of forest that has been cut down and is in the process of regrowing.

  2. In some cultures, 'clearing' is believed to have spiritual significance and is used in rituals to cleanse or purify a space.


Related Concepts
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  1. Decluttering: The process of removing unnecessary items to make an area more functional and organized.

  2. Clarity: A state of being clear and easy to understand.


Culture
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In literature, 'clearing' is often used metaphorically to describe a turning point or resolution in a story. In art, it can refer to a painting or photograph that depicts a clear, unobstructed scene.

How to Memorize "clearing"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a large, cluttered room being transformed into an open, unobstructed space.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'clearing' with the idea of making something clear or free from obstacles.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of each definition: 'C' for 'making an area free' and 'L' for 'a space that is free'.


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