purge

Definition

To clean thoroughly; to rid of impurities; to cleanse.

Etymology

From Middle English purgen, from Old French purgier, from Latin pūrgō (“I make pure, I cleanse”), from pūrus (“clean, pure”) + agō (“I make, I do”).

Example Sentences

• "After the process, the machine purges the chamber before venting it to remove toxic gases."
• "Purge away our sins, for thy name’s sake."
• "We'll join our cares to purge away / Our country’s crimes."