Definition of clean off

clean offphrasal verb

làm sạch

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The phrase "clean off" is an idiomatic expression that originates from the English language. It can be traced back to the mid-19th century, around the 1850s. The literal meaning of "clean off" is to remove everything thoroughly, leaving nothing behind. This word combination emerged from the idea of cleaning something completely, leaving it spotless and free from any dirt, dust, or grime. The word "clean" is derived from the Old English word "clynnan," which meant to wash or bathe oneself. Similarly, the verb "off" came from the Old English word "æfen," meaning "away" or "off." The expression "clean off" evolved as a figurative phrase to describe something being eradicated or eliminated entirely. For example, if someone says they want to "clean off" a problem, they imply they want to remove or solve it completely. The usage of this idiom varies from region to region, with some speakers using a hyphen (-) to link "clean" and "off". Alternatively, others prefer to separate the words with a space in between ("clean off"). Overall, "clean off" is a widely used expression that demonstrates the versatility and richness of the English language.

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Example:
  • The wind cleaned off the remaining raindrops from the windows.

    Gió thổi sạch những giọt mưa còn sót lại trên cửa sổ.

  • The hot water and soap completely cleaned off the grease from the pan.

    Nước nóng và xà phòng có thể rửa sạch hoàn toàn dầu mỡ trên chảo.

  • After wiping the whiteboard with a clean cloth, all the marks had been cleaned off.

    Sau khi lau bảng trắng bằng vải sạch, mọi vết bẩn đã được lau sạch.

  • The rainstorm cleaned off the dust and debris from the roof.

    Trận mưa rào đã cuốn trôi bụi và mảnh vụn trên mái nhà.

  • The waves thoroughly cleaned off the barnacles that had grown on the ship's hull.

    Sóng biển đã cuốn trôi sạch sẽ những con hà bám trên thân tàu.

  • The blanket had been soiled with spaghetti sauce, but after a trip through the washing machine, all the stains had been cleaned off.

    Chiếc chăn bị dính đầy nước sốt mì spaghetti, nhưng sau khi giặt bằng máy, mọi vết bẩn đã được giặt sạch.

  • The surf edition of the magazine was wiped clean off the coffee table with a soft cloth.

    Ấn bản tạp chí lướt sóng đã được lau sạch khỏi bàn cà phê bằng một miếng vải mềm.

  • The cobwebs had been wiped clean off the corners of the room.

    Mạng nhện đã được quét sạch khỏi các góc phòng.

  • With a rag and some vinegar, the grime on the old doorknob was easily cleaned off.

    Chỉ cần một miếng giẻ và một ít giấm, vết bẩn trên tay nắm cửa cũ đã dễ dàng được lau sạch.

  • After driving in the rain for an hour, the car's windshield was spotless thanks to the wipers that cleaned off every drop.

    Sau khi lái xe dưới mưa trong một giờ, kính chắn gió của xe đã sạch bong nhờ cần gạt nước đã lau sạch mọi giọt nước.

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