unclutter — to remove mess, disorder, or unnecessary items from a space to make it neat and organized
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to remove mess, disorder, or unnecessary items from a space to make it neat and organized
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈklʌtər/
Example Sentences
- She spent the weekend trying to unclutter her closet but ended up buying more clothes instead.
- The company hired a professional organizer to unclutter the office space.
- My mom's idea of helping me unclutter is throwing away everything I love.
unclutter
VERB[/ʌnˈklʌtər/]
to remove mess, disorder, or unnecessary items from a space to make it neat and organized

a determined person holds a large box while picking up scattered papers and office supplies from a cluttered desk. They systematically sort items into organized piles and throw unnecessary things into a trash bin. The left side of the desk remains messy with jumbled papers and random objects everywhere. The right side shows neat stacks of documents, organized pencil holders, and clean surfaces. A family member watches from nearby, smiling approvingly at the dramatic transformation. the process of removing mess and disorder to make the space neat and organized

Unclutter while leaves flutter, everything finds home like butter!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Unclutter is a relatively modern compound word formed in the mid-20th century from the prefix un- (meaning 'reverse' or 'not') and clutter. The root word clutter evolved from Middle English, originally denoting 'noise' or 'commotion', and later developed to mean 'disorder' or 'a confused mass of objects'.
Breakdown
un- (reverse, make not) + clutter (disorder, confused accumulation). Clutter itself derives from Middle English origins related to noise and disarray, making unclutter literally mean 'to remove disorder or confusion'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“She spent the weekend trying to unclutter her closet but ended up buying more clothes instead.”
“The company hired a professional organizer to unclutter the office space.”
“My mom's idea of helping me unclutter is throwing away everything I love.”
“Digital minimalists recommend to unclutter your phone by deleting unused apps.”
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