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clean (EN)
adjective, verb, noun, adverb

adjective “clean”

clean, Komp. cleaner, Sup. cleanest
  1. free from dirt or pollution
    After washing my hands, they were completely clean.
  2. (of a sheet of paper) blank
    For her drawing, Emily needed a clean sheet of paper.
  3. free from anything that can offend
    He tells jokes that are always clean, so everyone enjoys his comedy.
  4. (of a game, play etc.) within the rules
    Despite the intense rivalry, both teams ensured their plays were clean, avoiding any fouls.
  5. performed with skill and precision
    She delivered a clean hit during the tennis match, winning the point.
  6. free from drugs or alcohol
    After years of struggle, he proudly announced he was clean for over a year.
  7. having no record of violations or penalties
    After the background check, they were pleased to find that her criminal record was clean.
  8. not carrying weapons or illegal items
    After the thorough search, the guard confirmed that the visitor was clean and allowed him entry into the prison.
  9. (of a cut) smooth
    Her dance moves were so clean, every step looked effortless.
  10. free from sexually transmitted infections
    Before becoming intimate, they both agreed to get tested to ensure they were clean.
  11. not harmful to the environment
    The company is investing in clean technology to reduce its carbon footprint.

verb “clean”

Infinitiv clean; hien cleans; Verg. cleaned; Part. Verg. cleaned; Ger. cleaning
  1. make something free of dirt
    She cleaned her glasses with a soft cloth.
  2. make a space orderly and tidy
    She cleaned the kitchen after dinner.
  3. remove unneeded files from a computer system
    Before installing the new software, I cleaned out the old files from the download folder.
  4. prepare an animal for cooking by removing its internal parts
    Before cooking the fish, he cleaned it thoroughly, removing all the scales and guts.

noun “clean”

Singular clean, Plural cleans oder onzieleg
  1. the act of making something clean
    After the party, the kitchen required a thorough clean.

adverb “clean”

clean (more/most)
  1. completely or entirely
    The arrow flew and hit the target clean in the center.