neaten Definition
to make tidy or orderly.
Using neaten: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "neaten" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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I need to neaten up my desk before I can start working.
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She always neaten her hair before going out.
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He spent the morning neatening the garden.
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Can you neaten the edges of the paper?
neaten Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for neaten
- organize
- tidy up
- straighten up
Phrases with neaten
neaten up
to make something tidy or organized
Example
I'll neaten up the living room before our guests arrive.
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He used a comb to neaten out his hair.
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She used scissors to neaten off the fabric edges.
Origins of neaten
from 'neat', meaning clean and tidy
Summary: neaten in Brief
'Neaten' [nee-tuhn] means to make something tidy or orderly. It is often used to describe tasks like tidying up a room, organizing papers, or straightening hair. Examples include 'I need to neaten up my desk before I can start working.' and 'She always neaten her hair before going out.' 'Neaten' also has phrases like 'neaten up,' 'neaten out,' and 'neaten off,' which refer to specific actions.
