Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clean someone's clock
idiomatic expression
/kliːn ˈsʌm.wʌnz klɒk/
Definition
To defeat someone decisively, often in a competitive situation.
Examples
- During the championship game, our team really cleaned their clock and won by 30 points.
- He thought he could win, but she cleaned his clock in the debate competition.
Meaning
This phrase is commonly used to indicate a clear and overwhelming victory over someone, whether in sports, games, or other competitive contexts.
Synonyms
- defeat decisively
- trounce
- whip
- overwhelm
- outclass
