cleansing
nounUK /ˈklenzɪŋ/
US /ˈklɛnzɪŋ/
The act of making something clean.
The cleansing of the kitchen took all morning.
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2. The process of removing impurities or unwanted elements from something.
The cleansing of the water supply made it safe to drink.
3. A cosmetic treatment that deep-cleans the skin.
She booked a facial cleansing at the spa.
4. The act of freeing someone from guilt or sin.
The ritual was seen as a cleansing of the spirit.