clearance

Word origin

From clear + -ance.

Used in a sentence

• “In conclusion, it must be reiterated that effective snow clearance is largely a matter of forward planning and departmental co-operation.”

• “Clearance on these freeway overpasses is limited, so big trucks must detour.”

• “When the scheme is completed, the 99-year-old swing bridge over the canal will be dispensed with as the new bridge will have sufficient height to allow clearance for the passage of canal traffic.”

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