Word
cleansing
Phoneticscleans·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɫɛnzɪŋ/
UK/klˈɛnzɪŋ/
Definitions
01cleaning the skin
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Medicine
n. the process of cleaning your skin thoroughly, especially your face.
n. the act of removing dirt, oil, and cosmetics from the skin, typically as part of a dermatological routine.
“A deep cleansing of your face before bed helps prevent skin problems.”
“The dermatologist recommended a gentle daily cleansing to remove environmental pollutants without stripping the skin of its natural oils.”
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02removing bad things
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. the act of getting rid of something unwanted or bad from a place or group.
n. the removal of undesirable elements, people, or influences from a specific environment or organisation.
“The new manager began a cleansing of the department to remove lazy workers.”
“The political party underwent a thorough cleansing of its ranks following the corruption scandal that nearly destroyed its reputation.”
03having a cleaning effect
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. describing something that makes you or a place clean.
adj. possessing the quality or power to clean or purify.
“She used a cleansing cream to wash away her heavy stage makeup.”
“The ritual involved a cleansing fire, which the participants believed would burn away the misfortunes of the previous year.”
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Real-World Examples
“During the war his troops committed what became known as "ethnic cleansing" in Bosnia-Herzegovina in a bid to expel the non-Serbian population by force.” “Mladić had been one of the main architects of the policy of ethnic cleansing during the Bosnian war.” “At night, you could watch the fires of ethnic cleansing across the landscape.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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