1. Third person singular present tense of cleanse; to remove dirt, impurities, or unwanted elements from something
She cleanses her face every morning with a gentle soap.
Ela limpa o rosto todas as manhãs com um sabonete suave.
3. To rid of guilt, sin, or wrongdoing
He seeks to cleanse himself of past mistakes.
Ele busca se purificar dos erros do passado.