Cleansing
/ˈklɛnzɪŋ/
Definitions
To make clean; to purify.
/ˈklɛnzɪŋ/
The act of making something clean.
The cleansing ritual was part of the ancient ceremony.
💡 Simply: Cleansing is like giving something a really good clean, getting rid of dirt and making it fresh and pure. Like washing your hands to get rid of germs, or cleaning your room to remove clutter.
👶 For kids: Making something clean and shiny!
More Examples
Regular cleansing of the skin is essential for good health.
How It's Used
"The wound required thorough cleansing before bandaging."
"She spent the afternoon cleansing the kitchen."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
spiritual cleansing
The process of purifying oneself spiritually, often through ritual or meditation.
"She practiced yoga for spiritual cleansing."
From Middle English *clensinge, from clensen "to cleanse," from Old English *clǣnsian, from clǣne "clean."
The word 'cleansing' has been used in religious and medical contexts for centuries, reflecting its importance in maintaining purity and hygiene.
Memory tip
Think of 'clean' + 'sing' - imagine a song about cleaning that makes things pure.
Word Origin
"to make clean"