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

Meanwhile, the Navy sent two destroyers through the strait on Saturday to prepare for mine-clearing operations. —Jason Ma, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2026

Snakes are attracted to food, water, and shelter, so clearing clutter and addressing rodent issues is key. —Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026

Then, a strong hit by Sennecke on fellow rookie Michael Misa gave way to a weak clearing attempt by former King Tyler Toffoli. —Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026

Partial clearing is expected midday before more showers in the late afternoon and evening that’ll be accompanied by increasing breezes. —Anthony Edwards, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Apr. 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