B2nounbusinesstravel
US/ˈklɪr.əns/
UK/ˈklɪə.rəns/
official permission to do something, or the sale of goods at low prices to get rid of stock
In context
The shipment is waiting for customs clearance at the port.
The store is holding a clearance sale to make room for new stock.
You need security clearance before you can enter the research lab.
Words that go with clearance
noun + noun
- customs clearanceCustoms clearance can take several days.
- clearance saleWinter coats are half price in the clearance sale.
- security clearanceOnly staff with security clearance can open the files.
- clearance rackI found a jacket on the clearance rack.
verb + noun
- get clearanceThe pilot got clearance to land.
noun + preposition
- clearance fromWe need clearance from the legal department.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The goods are on clear sale.Correct: The goods are on clearance sale.