clearing

noun

clear·​ing ˈklir-iŋ 

1

: the act or process of making or becoming clear

2

: a tract of land cleared of wood and brush

3

: the settlement of accounts or exchange of financial instruments especially between banks

Synonyms

• acquittal
• exculpation
• exoneration
• vindication

Examples of clearing in a Sentence

the clearing of the table

the clearing of wood and brush from part of the forest

We found a clearing in the forest.

Recent Examples on the Web

For the next four summers researchers investigated the clearings. —Zhengyang Wang, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2024

Residents can expect cloudy skies through mid-morning with gradual clearing later and a high temperature near 77 degrees Friday, according to the weather service. —Michelle Cruz, The Arizona Republic, 18 Oct. 2024

For the uninitiated, energy mapping is a concept that involves cleaning, clearing, blessing, setting spiritual goals, and making intuitive design choices to promote a higher vibration in a living space. —Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024

Federal state and local authorities across the region yesterday pushed further into the mountain towns, including those surrounding Asheville clearing roads as food, water, and other aid was airdropped to residents in need. —Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 7 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing clearing

• clearing bank

Kids Definition

clearing

noun

clear·​ing ˈkli(ə)r-iŋ 

1

: the act or process of making or becoming clear

2

: an area of land cleared of wood and brush