What part of speech is “clear”

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Noun

Definition:

as a noun, 'clear' is less commonly used but can refer to a clear space or area, or the act of clearing.

Examples:

Once we get past the forest, we'll reach the clear.

After a thorough clear of the attic, we found the old photographs.

The pilot waited for a clear to land the plane.

Tips:

the noun form of 'clear' is less common than its other forms and might be more familiar in specific contexts, like in describing an open space in a forest.

Adjective

Definition:

as an adjective, 'clear' describes something that is easy to perceive, understand, or free from obstructions. It can also refer to something transparent or unclouded.

Examples:

The water was so clear that you could see all the way to the bottom.

Her instructions were clear and easy to follow.

We have a clear view of the mountains from our window.

Tips:

'Clear' can also describe a sound that is easily audible and free from interference, as in a 'clear voice.' It can also refer to a situation or matter that is free from doubt or confusion.

Verb

Definition:

as a verb, 'clear' means to remove obstructions or unwanted items, to become free of something, or to gain approval or authorization.

Examples:

Can you clear the table after dinner?

The sky will clear up by the afternoon.

The proposal cleared all the necessary regulatory hurdles.

Tips:

'clear out' is a phrasal verb that means to leave a place quickly or to empty a space of its contents. 'Clear up' can mean to resolve a misunderstanding or for weather to become sunny after being cloudy or rainy.

Adverb

Definition:

as an adverb, 'clear' is used to emphasize the completeness of an action or the entirety of a distance.

Examples:

He jumped clear over the fence.

The ball went clear across the field.

She stood clear of the closing doors.

Tips:

the adverbial form of 'clear' emphasizes a complete separation or distinction.

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