Clear
/klɪər/
Definitions
2 meaningsFree from obscurity or ambiguity; easily understood.
/klɪər/
Easy to see or understand.
The path ahead was clear.
💡 Simply: Imagine a window with no dirt or smudges – that's clear! It's easy to see through, easy to understand.
👶 For kids: Easy to see or understand, like a sunny day!
More Examples
She gave a clear explanation.
How It's Used
"The instructions were clear and easy to follow."
"The sky is clear tonight."
To make free from obstruction or impediment.
/klɪər/
To remove something.
Clear the desk of all papers.
💡 Simply: To get rid of something that's in the way, like clearing your plate after eating.
👶 For kids: To take away something that's in the way.
More Examples
He cleared his throat before speaking.
How It's Used
"I need to clear the table after dinner."
"He cleared the hurdle with ease."
Idioms & expressions
clear as a bell
Very clear and easy to understand.
"His instructions were clear as a bell."
From Old English *clǣre, meaning 'bright, shining'. Related to Latin *clarus.
The word 'clear' has consistently implied transparency and understandability throughout its history.
Memory tip
Think of a clear glass of water – you can see right through it.