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Definition clear out in British English

clear out phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to make a place or container clean or tidy by removing things that are not wanted and getting rid of any dirt or dust in it

Example

I'm going to clear out the cupboards tomorrow.

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1.1

to remove things that are not wanted from a place or container in order to make it tidy

Example

Isn't it about time you cleared out some of your junk?

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2

to leave a place quickly and often permanently

Example

I sometimes feel like clearing out of here altogether.

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2.1

used for telling someone rudely to leave a room or building

Example

Just clear out!

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Definition clear out in British English