clean-cut

/ˌklin ˌˈkʌt/
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Definitions of clean-cut
  1. adjective
    neat and smart in appearance
    “a clean-cut and well-bred young man”
    synonyms: trig, trim
    tidy
    marked by order and cleanliness in appearance or habits
  2. adjective
    clear and distinct to the senses; easily perceptible
    “a spire clean-cut against the sky”
    synonyms: clear, clear-cut
    distinct
    easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined
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