clearing

[ˈklɪərɪŋ]

clearing Definition

• 1. the act of removing obstacles or unwanted items from a place
• 2. an open space in a forest, especially one created by the removal of trees
• 3. the process of settling financial transactions between banks or other financial institutions

Using clearing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "clearing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The clearing of the debris after the storm took several days.

• Example

  We found a beautiful clearing in the woods for our picnic.

• Example

  The clearing of the financial transactions is done at the end of each business day.

clearing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for clearing

• removal
• elimination
• purging
• settlement
• thinning

Antonyms for clearing

• cluttering
• filling
• obstructing

Phrases with clearing

• clearing house

  a financial institution that facilitates the settlement of financial transactions, especially securities transactions

  Example

  The clearing house ensures that all transactions are settled correctly and on time.

• clearing the air

  to remove misunderstandings or tension between people by talking about them openly

  Example

  We need to clear the air and discuss our issues before they get worse.

• clearing the way

  to remove obstacles or difficulties that are preventing progress or success

  Example

  The new legislation will help in clearing the way for more investment in renewable energy.

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Summary: clearing in Brief

The term 'clearing' [ˈklɪərɪŋ] refers to the act of removing obstacles or unwanted items from a place, such as debris after a storm. It can also refer to an open space in a forest, or the process of settling financial transactions between banks. Phrases like 'clearing house' and 'clearing the air' extend the meaning of the term, while 'clearing the way' implies removing obstacles to progress.