CEFR A2

clearing

noun

Meaning

An open space in a forest or other area with thick growth, where trees or bushes have been removed.

Examples

They decided to have their picnic in a sunny clearing by the river.
The hunters waited patiently in the clearing for the deer to appear.

Synonyms: opening, gap, space, expanse

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clearing (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈklɪərɪŋ/

Definition

An open space in a forest or other area with thick growth, where trees or bushes have been removed.

Examples

They decided to have their picnic in a sunny clearing by the river.
The hunters waited patiently in the clearing for the deer to appear.
A small cabin was built in the middle of the clearing.

How to Use clearing

clearing of (prepositional phrase): The act of removing something from an area. — "The clearing of debris took longer than expected."

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