plural cleaners
1
a
: one whose work is cleaning
b
: dry cleaner
also
: a dry-cleaning shop
—usually used in plural
2
: a preparation for cleaning
3
: an implement or machine for cleaning
see also take to the cleaners
Examples of cleaner in a Sentence
He recommends using baking soda as a general household cleaner.
a kitchen shelf loaded with household cleaners
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Avoid abrasive cleaners and tools, such as steel wool, scouring pads, bleach, and ammonia.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
Named as our favorite vacuum on Amazon, cordless brand Levoit’s newest cleaner gets high praise from associate commerce director Lori Keong for its ease of assembly and powerful and versatile cleaning.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Nov. 2025
Rinsing under running water is usually sufficient; avoid using soaps or household cleaners, which can leave residues that are unsafe to consume.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
At the time of the launch, the lineup included all-purpose cleaners, dish soaps, hand washes, hand cream and candles, much of which was Made in Italy.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
Named as our favorite vacuum on Amazon, cordless brand Levoit’s newest cleaner gets high praise from associate commerce director Lori Keong for its ease of assembly and powerful and versatile cleaning.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Nov. 2025
Rinsing under running water is usually sufficient; avoid using soaps or household cleaners, which can leave residues that are unsafe to consume.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
At the time of the launch, the lineup included all-purpose cleaners, dish soaps, hand washes, hand cream and candles, much of which was Made in Italy.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
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“Cleaner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cleaner. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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cleaner
noun
clean·er
ˈklē-nər 
1
: one whose work is cleaning
2
: a substance used for cleaning
3
: a device or machine for cleaning
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