deterge

verb

di-ˈtərj How to pronounce deterge (audio)
Definition of detergenext
as in to clean
to remove the dirt from deterge the surface using an industrial-strength commercial soap

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  1. clean
  2. turn out
Verb
  • To clean, heat 1 cup of water and 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or several lemon slices in a microwave-safe bowl for three minutes or until steaming.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 July 2026
  • Officials say the project, with nearly $15 million in funds, is one of the few chances to clean a failing waterway, reduce fines and create safer, more accessible parkland.
    — Mack Baysinger Follow, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
Definition of clean
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  • That event, centered around the enshrinement of former star receiver Larry Fitzgerald, may turn out to be the highlight of their season.
    — Doug Haller, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • The restaurant, made entirely of floor-to-ceiling glass, turned out to be part of the show.
    — Lanee Lee, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of turn out
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