Limasin (en. Cleanse)

li-ma-sin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of removing dirt or undesirable things.
We need to cleanse the floor before starting our activity.
Kailangan nating limasin ang sahig bago simulan ang ating aktibidad.
To perform cleaning or maintenance for order.
Clean your room to keep it tidy.
Limisin mo ang iyong silid para maging maayos ito.
To remove unnecessary or obstructive items.
We need to cleanse the old equipment in the garage.
Kailangan limasin ang mga lumang kagamitan sa garahe.

Etymology

From the word 'lima' which means clean or to remove dirt.

Common Phrases and Expressions

clean the clutter
Remove all things that are not properly arranged.
limasin ang mga kalat
remove the trash
Remove unnecessary items that cause clutter.
limasin ang mga basura

Related Words

cleanliness
The state of being clean or the process of cleaning.
linis
clean
Condition that is free from dirt or clutter.
malinis

Slang Meanings

To take skills or talent from someone else.
The kid is really limas at singing, that's why he has so many fans.
Sobrang limas ng bata sa pagkanta, kaya dami na niyang fans.
To makeover or change one's appearance.
You look so limas, your hairstyle is beautiful now!
Parang limas ka, ang ganda ng hairstyle mo ngayon!
To fall in love or become interested in someone.
He has already limas for Ate, they seem to know each other for a long time.
Nag-limas na siya kay Ate, parang matagal na silang magkakilala.