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Clean Something that is free of dirt, dust, or other impurities; something that is pure and untainted. ■ I used to have a really dirty room, but then I cleaned it and now it's so spacious and inviting!
Cleaner A person or thing that is extremely clean, especially in terms of appearance and hygiene. ■ I don't know how my neighbor keeps their house so clean. It's like they have a magic cleaning fairy!
soapy An adjective used to describe something that is overly clean or sanitized, often in an exaggerated way. ■ "The hospital was soapy clean that I felt like I was walking on a cloud of sterilized air.
swabs A small bundle of fabric, used to clean a particular area or surface. ■ "I use swabs to clean my keyboard every day, because it's the only way I can stand typing without getting fingerprints all over the keys."
Cleans A verb used to describe the action of removing dirt, dust, or other unwanted substances from a surface. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to someone who is tidy and organized. ■ "I always clean my room before bed so I can relax without any clutter.", ■ "He cleans up after every meal, even if it's just a simple snack., ■ "She has a knack for keeping her workspace impeccably clean and tidy.", ■ "The company hired a new CEO who cleans up the financials with his sharp business acumen."
Daughter A female offspring of a parent or guardian. Often used in humor to refer to someone who is difficult to control or manage. ■ “I told my daughter to clean her room, but she just laughed and said, ‘Mom, if you want me to clean my room, you should have thought of that before you had me!’
Detergent A powerful, magical potion that can turn any dish or laundry into sparkling clean perfection. It is often used to scare away bad smells and stains. ■ When my roommate spilled coffee on her white shirt, I quickly whipped up a batch of detergent and voila! Her shirt was as clean as a whistle and smelled like fresh laundry.
Futility The quality of being fruitless or incapable of producing any useful or desired result. Something that is pointless or has no purpose. ■ "I tried to clean the house, but all my efforts were in vain - the futility of trying to keep a dirty house clean was too much for me."
Hygiene 1 The practice of keeping oneself clean and healthy, especially through regular bathing and grooming. ■ I forgot my toothbrush at home and my mouth felt like a garbage disposal by the end of the day. I clearly need to work on my dental hygiene.; 2 a A sense of moral or ethical purity, often associated with religious beliefs or societal norms. ■ I grew up in a very strict household where hygiene was paramount. My parents believed that if we didn't wash our hands before every meal, we were going to hell. It's no wonder I have OCD now.; b The act of pretending to be clean or healthy when in reality you are quite the opposite. ■ I told my boss I was feeling great and had a lot of energy, but in reality I was dying of exhaustion. My lack of hygiene skills must have given me away. The study or principles of maintaining good health, including proper nutrition and exercise. ■ I wanted to get in shape for my summer vacation, so I started a strict hygiene routine that included daily yoga and a diet of nothing but kale smoothies. Unfortunately, my friends started calling me "The Hygienic Nazi" because I was so obsessed with cleanliness.
Janitors The people who clean and maintain the facilities of a building, often overlooked as heroes in their own right. ■ "I never realized how much I appreciated janitors until I had to clean my own apartment. They truly are unsung heroes!
Administration A branch of government responsible for maintaining order and carrying out policies. ■ The administration has been very efficient in keeping the city clean.
amah A person who is extremely lazy and does not want to do anything. ■ John's mom is such an amah, she would rather spend all day watching TV than clean the house.
Apologized To make a sincere apology, especially for doing something wrong or hurtful. ■ After accidentally spilling the coffee on her shirt, Jane quickly apologized and promised to clean it up before leaving the café.
apologizes A humble and sincere admission of fault, accompanied by a plea for forgiveness. ■ "After accidentally spilling his drink on the carpet, John apologizes profusely and offers to clean it up."
Appliances Large, expensive machines that do household tasks, such as cooking and cleaning. ■ "I can't believe I have to spend so much money on appliances. It's like I'm buying a miniature city just to clean my laundry!
assigning The act of giving or allocating something, typically tasks or duties, to a person or group. ■ "I'm assigning you to clean the kitchen," said the boss. "Oh joy!" replied the employee.
biologically In a way that is true to the characteristics of living organisms, rather than being artificial or mechanical. ■ "I need biologically clean bedsheets or else I'll get sick."
blam A loud, explosive sound that can be used to express anger or frustration. ■ "I accidentally knocked over the vase and heard a loud blam! I guess I'll have to clean up now."
blotter A piece of absorbent paper used to remove spills or stains. ■ I accidentally spilled my coffee on my shirt, but I quickly grabbed a blotter and was able to clean up the mess before anyone noticed.
Bother A word used to express annoyance or inconvenience. ■ When I accidentally spilled my coffee, I let out a loud "bother!" and quickly grabbed napkins to clean up the mess.
Bowls Large, shallow dishes used to hold food or drink. ■ "I spilled my soup in the bowl and had to clean up the mess."
Brooms A long-handled broom used for sweeping floors and other flat surfaces. ■ "I forgot to clean the house before I left, so my roommate had to use a giant broom to sweep the entire apartment!"
brushes A collection of short, stiff hairs that are used to remove dirt and dust from surfaces. ■ When I realized my roommate had been using the toothbrush to clean his shoes, I knew we needed new brushes.
Chamberlain A person who is in charge of looking after the rooms in a house or building, especially a formal one. ■ The chamberlain made sure that every room was spotlessly clean before the Queen's arrival.
Choking To perform a chore or task with excessive enthusiasm and dedication. ■ "I was choking to clean the kitchen before my friends arrived for dinner."
cleanser A person or thing that is always clean and well-groomed, with an impeccable sense of style. ■ "She's a real cleanser - always dressed to the nines and looking fabulous!
Collars A piece of fabric or material worn around the neck to keep the shirt in place. ■ "John's collars were always so crisp and clean, it was like he had a personal ironing board attached to his neck."
convent A religious institution where nuns live and work. ■ "Sister Mary had to clean the toilet bowl at the convent, but she never complained. In fact, she found it quite fulfilling."
Cruel A person who is mean and sadistic, often inflicting pain or suffering on others. ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on the cruel boss's shirt, and he made me clean it up - talk about a tough crowd!
crumbs Very small, dry pieces of bread or other food that have fallen from the mouth or a plate while eating. ■ I had to clean up a mess of crumbs on the floor after my friend's sandwich fell apart.
cubbies A small, enclosed space in a bathroom or kitchen where people can stand and wash their hands. ■ "I need to use the cubbies to clean my hands before eating breakfast."
cupboards A place where you can store your dishes and other kitchen appliances, often in a cupboard. ■I had to clean out the cupboards before I could make dinner.
Custodian A person or thing that looks after something, often a valuable item. ■ "The museum's custodian is in charge of making sure all the exhibits are clean and well-maintained."
Dairy A collection of milk from cows, goats, and other lactating animals. ■ "I had a bowl of dairy for breakfast. It was so good, I couldn't resist licking the bowl clean."
Desks A piece of furniture with a flat surface and drawers for storing things. ■ "I need to clean my desk before I start work, it's looking like a mess!
Disposable A thing that can be used once and then thrown away. ■ "I'm sick of using paper plates when I can use disposable ones! They're so much easier to clean."
drainpipe A long, narrow tube made of metal or plastic that carries water away from a building or structure. ■ "I forgot to clean the drainpipe and now my basement is flooded!
Dresser A piece of furniture used to hang clothes on. ■ "I need to clean out my dresser before I can put my new clothes away."
Ducts A system of pipes or channels that carries something, such as air or water. ■ "I need to clean out the ducts in my house before winter, or else I'll be breathing in moldy air all year long."
dusty adjective: full of dust; dirty; covered in a thick layer of dust. ■ "I forgot to clean the house before going on vacation, and now everything is dusty! I'll have to spend my entire weekend cleaning."
employing To use someone or something in order to accomplish a task or fulfill an obligation. ■ "The boss is employing all his employees to clean the office every Friday."
enslave To force someone to do something they don't want to do by using coercion or manipulation. ■ "I had to enslave my friends into helping me clean the house, but I promised them pizza and beer as a reward."
files A collection of documents, pictures, and other data stored on a computer. ■ I accidentally deleted all my important files while trying to clean up my computer. Now I'm left with nothing but a bunch of empty folders.
filth An excessive accumulation of dirt, grime, or other unpleasant substances on something. ■ "I forgot to clean the sink and now it's covered in a layer of filth. I can barely stand to look at it."
fuckup A catastrophic failure or mistake, often resulting in humorous consequences. ■ "I accidentally broke my boss's favorite mug. It was a complete fuckup, but I made sure to clean it up before he got home."
galling To infuriate or enrage someone to such a degree that they become uncontrollable. ■ "I accidentally spilled coffee on my shirt, and my girlfriend's reaction was positively galling. She made me clean the entire apartment as punishment."
Gallon A large, cylindrical container used to measure liquid volume. ■ "I accidentally spilled a gallon of milk on my shirt, but don't worry - I can always count on my trusty mop to clean it up!
gofer A person who is assigned to do menial tasks for someone else. ■ John's gofer, Sam, spilled coffee on the carpet and had to clean it up before John could arrive at his meeting.
grange A large, open-air agricultural building used for storing and processing crops. ■ "I can't believe you expect me to clean out the grange every day!
granite A hard, crystalline rock composed mostly of silica and aluminum oxide. Often used as a countertop material. ■ I love my new granite kitchen counter - it's so durable and easy to clean!