Clean off

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phrasal verb

To completely remove something from a surface.

He cleaned off the dirt from his shoes.
Visual representation of "clean off" - To completely remove something from a surface

Often appears as...

  • clean off the table
  • clean off the dust
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Visual representation of "clean off"
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Physical Cleaning

Used when referring to physically scrubbing or removing unwanted substances from objects or surfaces.

Illustration for Physical Cleaning
After the picnic, I cleaned off the dirt from the blanket.
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Surface Focus

Emphasizes that the cleaning is on the surface of an item, not the whole object.

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She cleaned off the chalkboard, leaving no text visible.
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Complete Removal

Suggests that the item is thoroughly cleaned, with no residue left.

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Make sure to clean off the grease from the stove completely.
Visual representation of the word "Clean off"

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