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Meaning of clean out

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

clean out

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To clean, especially to tidy by removing the contents.

    Example: Clean out your purse and at least get rid of all the trash you're hauling around.

  2. To empty completely; to remove all money or possessions from. (newer, humorous version is take to the cleaner's)

    Example: The divorce cleaned him out.

  3. To hit or strike (someone); to beat (someone) up.