cleansing meaning and definition

CLEANSING noun

Definition of cleansing (noun)

1. the act of making something clean
   • "he gave his shoes a good cleaning"
   • synonyms: cleaning, cleanup

CLEANSING adjective

Definition of cleansing (adjective)

1. cleansing the body by washing; especially ritual washing of e.g. hands
   • "ablutionary rituals"
   • synonyms: ablutionary
2. acting like an antiseptic
   • synonyms: purifying