clearance-papers

clear·ance-pa·per

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Definitions of clearance-papers word

noun clearance-papers the act of clearing. 1
noun clearance-papers the distance between two objects; an amount of clear space: The bridge allowed a clearance of 37 feet at mean high water. 1
noun clearance-papers a formal authorization permitting access to classified information, documents, etc. 1
noun clearance-papers Also called clearance sale. the disposal of merchandise at reduced prices to make room for new goods: He bought the coat for half price at a clearance. 1
noun clearance-papers a clear space; a clearing: The house stood in a clearance among the trees. 1
noun clearance-papers Banking. an exchange of checks and other commercial paper drawn on members of a clearinghouse, usually effected at a daily meeting of the members. 1

before 1555

One of the 31% oldest English words

First recorded in 1555-65; clear + -ance

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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