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Meaning of the word dry-clean in English

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dry-clean

US /ˈdraɪ.kliːn/
UK /ˈdraɪ.kliːn/
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Verb

1.

clean (a garment) with an organic solvent rather than water

Example:
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I need to dry-clean this suit before the wedding.
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Most delicate fabrics should be dry-cleaned.
Synonym:
cleansepurifylaunder
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