cleanest
|clean/est|
A2
/ˈkliːnɪst/
(clean)
free from dirt
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clean' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'clæne', where 'clæne' meant 'free from dirt or filth'.
Historical Evolution
'clæne' transformed into the Middle English word 'clene', and eventually became the modern English word 'clean'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'free from dirt or filth', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
superlative form of 'clean'.
This is the cleanest room in the house.
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Last updated: 2025/01/16 08:50