English / phrasal verb

clear up

MEANING IN ENGLISH

to make an area neat by removing unwanted objects; to resolve or explain a problem or misunderstanding; to tidy up

In context

Let us clear up the dining table before dessert is served.

The staff worked late to clear up the debris after the storm.

Synonyms

Tidy,unclutter,sweep away

Antonyms

Clutter,litter

Collocations

Clear up the mess,clear up the room,clear up doubts