verb
neaten
Neaten (verb) means to tidy up a person or thing so that everything is neat and in order.
verb
1
To tidy up a person or thing so that everything is neat and in order.
"She made a frantic attempt to neaten her hair."
2
To be busy tidying someone or something up.
"Don't mind me if I neaten while you talk."
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Etymology
Formed from neat and -en.
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What is the meaning of neaten?
"neaten" (verb) means to tidy up a person or thing so that everything is neat and in order.
What is another word for neaten?
Other words for "neaten" include straighten, tidy, groom.
What are the different meanings of neaten?
"neaten" has 2 main meanings: 1. To tidy up a person or thing so that everything is neat and in order; 2. To be busy tidying someone or something up.
