clear (A2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /klɪər/
Definition
Easy to see, hear, or understand. Free from dirt, marks, or stains.
Examples
The water in the lake was so clear we could see the fish.
His explanation of the math problem was very clear.
Please make sure your handwriting is clear.
How to Use clear
- clear up (phrasal verb)
- To become clear or less cloudy (weather); to solve a problem or mystery. — "The weather should clear up by tomorrow."
- clear out (phrasal verb)
- To remove everything from a place. — "I need to clear out my closet this weekend."
- clear away (phrasal verb)
- To remove something that is no longer needed or wanted. — "Can you clear away the plates after dinner?"
- clear of (prepositional phrase)
- Not touching or affected by something. — "Keep the area clear of children."
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