Cleanup

/ˈkliːnʌp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of making something clean or organized.

We need to do a cleanup of the garage this weekend.

An event or activity focused on cleaning up a specific area, often in a community or environmental context.

The local volunteers organized a cleanup of the beach last Saturday.

The removal of unwanted or unnecessary items to improve organization or appearance.

After the renovation, a cleanup of the office was necessary to clear out old furniture.

verb

To clean up; to make something tidy or neat.

Please cleanup after your meal before leaving the table.

To clear away and dispose of waste or debris.

They will cleanup the litter in the park after the festival is over.

The word 'cleanup' is a combination of 'clean' and 'up', originating in the early 20th century.

cleanup crew

A group of people designated to clean up an area.

cleanup on aisle five

An informal way to indicate a mess that needs attention in a specific area, often heard in retail environments.

give it a cleanup

To clean or tidy something up.

clean

To remove dirt or impurities.

neat

Arranged in an orderly fashion.

sanitize

To make clean and safe, often through the removal of germs.

To do a thorough cleaning or organizing.

I'm gonna give my room a serious cleanup this weekend.

To make improvements or changes to a situation.

The company needs a cleanup after all those layoffs.