cleaned
word · lemma: clean
Definition
Past form or past participle of 'clean' when it means to remove dirt, make something tidy, or make something pure. It can also be an adjective meaning not dirty or free from unwanted things.
Usage & Nuances
As a verb form, 'cleaned' is used in structures like 'I cleaned the room' and 'The table was cleaned.' As an adjective, it appears in contexts like 'cleaned rice' or 'cleaned data,' which are more specific and less common in everyday speech. Don't confuse 'clean' (base form/adjective) with 'cleaned' (completed action or processed state).
Example Sentences
I cleaned my desk this morning.
basic
She cleaned the kitchen after dinner.
basic
The windows were cleaned yesterday.
basic
I finally cleaned out my closet and found my old school jacket.
natural
The company cleaned up the data before sharing the report.
natural
Once they cleaned the stain off the sofa, it looked almost new.
natural