Meaning of the word "clear away" in English

What does "clear away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

clear away

US /klɪr əˈweɪ/

UK /klɪər əˈweɪ/

to remove things from a place, especially from a table after a meal

Example:

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Please clear away the dishes from the table.

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We need to clear away all the clutter before the guests arrive.

Synonym:

tidy up remove put away clean up take away

if mist, clouds, or other weather conditions clear away, they disappear

Example:

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The fog began to clear away as the sun rose.

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Hopefully, the clouds will clear away by this afternoon.

Synonym:

disperse vanish dissipate lift fade away