pure; unblemished; innocent; clear
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesadjective
pure; unblemished; innocent; morally clean
Describes a person, history, or reputation that is free from corruption, guilt, or moral taint. Often used in legal, political, or moral contexts.
He has a clean record with no criminal history.
The court finally cleared his name and restored his innocence.
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We must conduct ourselves with integrity and handle affairs with cleanliness.
This company has clean finances with no tax evasion.
adjective
clear; plain; understandable
dialectUsed in certain dialects (marked with 〈方〉) to mean that something is clearly explained or understood. Less common in standard Mandarin, where 清楚 or 明白 are preferred.
He spoke for a long time but still didn't explain the issue clearly.
State your requirements clearly so I can follow them.
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What's really going on with this matter? You need to explain it clearly to us.