lint
Collocations
4ADJ.
clean, clear, empty
VERB + LINT
vacuum
LINT + NOUN
bag, javascript
PREP.
in, on, out
Definitions
noun
Clinging fuzzy fluff that clings to fabric or accumulates in one's pockets or navel etc.
Clean the lint out of the vacuum cleaner's filter.
A fine material made by scraping cotton or linen cloth; used for dressing wounds.
The fibrous coat of thick hairs covering the seeds of the cotton plant.
Raw cotton ready for baling.
verb
To perform a static check on (source code) to detect stylistic or programmatic errors.
You should lint your JavaScript code before committing it.
name
A surname.
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Example Bank
6Clean the lint out of the vacuum cleaner's filter.
WiktionaryYou should lint your JavaScript code before committing it.
WiktionaryBe sure to clear the lint trap before you run the dryer. Otherwise, you might start a fire.
Tatoeba · #717954Check that there is no dust or lint on the power plug before inserting into an electrical outlet.
Tatoeba · #1695363Be sure to clean the lint filter before you run the dryer. Otherwise, you might start a fire.
Tatoeba · #3897866My pants has a lot of lint.
Tatoeba · #9226240