Dry Clean

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /draɪ kliːn/

Definitions of dry clean

noun a process of cleaning clothes using a solvent instead of water

Example Sentences

A1 I need to take my suit to the dry clean.

A2 She always takes her dresses to the dry clean for special occasions.

B1 The dry clean charges extra for delicate fabrics.

B2 I prefer to dry clean my winter coats instead of washing them.

C1 The dry clean offers a same-day service for urgent cleaning needs.

C2 The dry clean uses eco-friendly solvents for a more sustainable cleaning process.

verb to clean clothes using a solvent instead of water

Example Sentences

A1 I need to dry clean my suit before the wedding.

A2 She always dry cleans her winter coats to keep them looking new.

B1 The label on this shirt says it must be dry cleaned only.

B2 I prefer to dry clean my delicate fabrics to avoid damaging them.

C1 The dry cleaning service did an excellent job on my silk dress.

C2 After dry cleaning my wool sweater, it looks as good as new.

Examples of dry clean in a Sentence

formal I always prefer to have my delicate garments dry cleaned to ensure they are properly cared for.

informal I need to take my suit to the dry cleaners before the big event.

slang I spilled coffee all over my shirt, looks like I'll have to get it dry cleaned.

figurative Sometimes we need to dry clean our minds by taking a break from our daily routine.

Grammatical Forms of dry clean

past tense

dry cleaned

plural

dry cleans

comparative

more dry clean

superlative

most dry clean

present tense

dry clean

future tense

will dry clean

perfect tense

have dry cleaned

continuous tense

is dry cleaning

singular

dry cleans

positive degree

dry clean

infinitive

to dry clean

gerund

dry cleaning

participle

dry cleaned

Origin and Evolution of dry clean

First Known Use: 1930 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'dry clean' originated from the process of cleaning clothes using non-aqueous solvents instead of water.
Evolution of the word: Originally, 'dry clean' referred specifically to the process of cleaning clothes without water. Over time, the term has come to encompass a broader range of cleaning methods that do not involve traditional washing and drying techniques.