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English Lexicon

Cleaning gear

/ˈkliː.nɪŋ ɡɪər/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #8500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The equipment, tools, and supplies utilized for performing sanitation, tidying, and maintenance tasks.

    "Make sure to pack all your cleaning gear before starting the deep-clean of the facility."
  2. 2

    Specialized apparel and apparatus worn or used to maintain cleanliness in sterile or hazardous environments.

    "The laboratory technicians donned their protective cleaning gear prior to sterilization."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the combination of the Old English verb 'clænsian' (to make clean or pure) and the Middle English noun 'gear' (meaning equipment, harness, or apparel), dating back to early mercantile and industrial terminology regarding specialized utility tools.

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