clearing

noun

clear·​ing ˈklir-iŋ 

1

: the act or process of making or becoming clear

2

: a tract of land cleared of wood and brush

3

: the settlement of accounts or exchange of financial instruments especially between banks

Synonyms of clearing

• pardon
• forgiveness
• vindication
• acquittal
• exoneration

Examples of clearing in a Sentence

the clearing of the table

the clearing of wood and brush from part of the forest

We found a clearing in the forest.

Recent Examples on the Web

Simple tasks like making the bed, clearing clutter, and wiping surfaces create a polished, intentional environment. —Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026

For acne prevention and clearing, as well as less congested, smaller-looking pores, this serum is a standout product. —Emma Greene, InStyle, 4 June 2026

Only hire qualified, line-clearing professionals to trim trees and other vegetation near power lines. —Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 4 June 2026

Coby Mayo hit a bases-clearing double in a six-run first inning to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 8-2 on Thursday. —ABC News, 4 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing clearing

• clearing bank

Rhymes for clearing

• cheering
• earing
• earring
• fearing
• gearing
• hearing
• jeering
• leering
• nearing
• peering
• rearing
• searing

Kids Definition

clearing

noun

clear·​ing ˈkli(ə)r-iŋ 

1

: the act or process of making or becoming clear

2

: an area of land cleared of wood and brush