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Meaning of the word clearing in English

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clearing

US /ˈklɪr.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈklɪr.ɪŋ/
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Noun

1.

an open space in a forest, especially one cleared for cultivation

Example:
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They set up camp in a small clearing in the woods.
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The sun shone brightly into the forest clearing.
Synonym:
gladeopen spacegapbreak
2.

the process of removing obstructions or unwanted items

Example:
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The clearing of the debris took several hours.
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The clearing of the land for development is underway.
Synonym:
removalclearancedisposaltidying
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