1. past tense and past participle of clear; removed obstacles or unwanted items from a space
2. past tense and past participle of clear; gave official permission or approval
3. past tense and past participle of clear; became free from clouds, fog, or other obstructions

1. having been made free from obstacles or unwanted items

Examples

• She cleared the table after dinner.
• The security guard cleared him to enter the building.
• The fog cleared by noon, revealing the mountains.
• The cleared path made hiking much easier.
• All flights were cleared for takeoff.
• The cleared land was ready for construction.
• He cleared his throat before speaking.