Cleaner
/ˈkliːnər/
Definitions
2 meaningsA person whose job is to clean.
/ˈkliːnər/
A person or thing that cleans.
The cleaner arrived promptly at 9 am.
💡 Simply: A cleaner is like a superhero for dirt! They make things sparkly and tidy. Like a cleaning lady or a vacuum cleaner.
👶 For kids: Someone who makes things clean!
More Examples
We need a new cleaner for the office.
How It's Used
"She hired a cleaner to tidy the house."
"The factory uses a powerful industrial cleaner."
A substance used to clean something.
/ˈkliːnər/
A substance used for cleaning.
This cleaner smells really strong.
💡 Simply: A cleaner is like magic for messes! It helps get rid of dirt and grime. Like soap, bleach, or Windex.
👶 For kids: Something that helps make things clean!
More Examples
The all-purpose cleaner worked wonders on the greasy stove top.
How It's Used
"She used a strong cleaner to remove the stain."
"The mechanic used a specialized engine cleaner."
From Middle English *clener, from Old English *clǣn, meaning "clean". The suffix -er denotes an agent or doer of an action.
The word "cleaner" has evolved from denoting a person who cleans to also encompass cleaning products. Its usage is widespread across various texts and contexts.
Memory tip
Think of someone who makes things cleaner.
Word Origin
"clean"