Meaning & use
clearing
An open area within a forest or wooded region where trees have been removed or never grew.
See it in a sentence
The hikers set up their tents in a small clearing surrounded by tall pine trees.
Sunlight streamed into the clearing, warming the grass after days of shade beneath the canopy.
A note on using this word
In finance, 'clearing' also names the process banks use to settle and confirm transactions between accounts.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
The process of settling financial transactions between banks or exchanges before funds are transferred.
The check will not appear in your balance until clearing is complete, usually within two business days.
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