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housecleaning

/'h/AU/s,kl/i/n/I//N/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

  1. (figurative) the act of reforming by the removal of unwanted personnel or practices or conditions

    noun.act

    Examples
    More housecleaning is in store at other accounting firms.
    Many employees were discharged in a general housecleaning by the new owners.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. the act of cleaning the rooms and furnishings of a house

    noun.act

    Examples
    Efficient housecleaning should proceed one room at a time.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

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