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cleanable

|clean-a-ble|

B2

/ˈkliːnəbl/

(clean)

free from dirt

Base FormPluralPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleComparativeSuperlativeNounNounVerbVerbVerbAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjective
cleancleaningscleanerscleanscleanedcleanedcleaningcleanercleanestcleanlinesscleanercleanscleanedcleaningcleanercleanestcleanable
Etymology
Etymology Information

'cleanable' originates from the English word 'clean,' combined with the suffix '-able,' which indicates capability or suitability.

Historical Evolution

'clean' changed from the Old English word 'clæne' and eventually became the modern English word 'clean.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'clean' meant 'free from dirt,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being cleaned.

The fabric is cleanable, making it ideal for families with children.

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Last updated: 2025/03/01 08:23