Definitions
There are 13 meanings of the word
Purging.
Purging - as an adjective
Serving to purge or rid of sin
Example: "Purgatorial rites"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purgatorialpurifyingPurging - as a noun
An act of removing by cleansing; ridding of sediment or other undesired elements
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purgeHypernyms (Closely Related)
cleaningcleansingcleanupHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Purging - as a verb
To clean thoroughly; to cleanse; to rid of impurities.
To free from sin, guilt, or the burden or responsibility of misdeeds
To remove by cleansing; to wash away.
To void or evacuate (the bowels or the stomach); to defecate or vomit.
To cause someone to purge, operate on (somebody) as or with a cathartic or emetic, or in a similar manner.
To clear of a charge, suspicion, or imputation
To clarify; to clear the dregs from (liquor).
To become pure, as by clarification.
To have or produce frequent evacuations from the intestines, as by means of a cathartic.
To trim, dress or prune.
Example Sentences
"The purging of toxins from the body can improve overall health."
"The ritual included a purging of negative energy."
"The political party announced a purging of corrupt members."
"The religious ceremony involved a purging of sins."
"The purging of old files from the computer freed up significant storage space."
Word Game Points
Is PURGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PURGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PURGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPURGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is PURGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purging is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPURGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.