cleansing

(cleans-ing) 2 syllables

Definition


noun.
the act of making something clean by removing dirt, impurities, or pollutants.

Example Sentence

The boy practiced cleansing his hands thoroughly.

Synonyms

purifying; washing; scrubbing; purging; sanitizing

Antonyms

dirtying; polluting; contaminating

Rhymes

  • benzing
  • cleansing