Cleansing is a process of removing dirt, impurities, and other unwanted substances from an object or surface. The term CLEANSES can be broken down into several different words, each with its own meaning. RIDS (4 letters) means to get rid of something, DETERGES (8 letters) means to cleanse with soap or detergent, LAVES (5 letters) means to wash or bathe, PURGES (6 letters) means to rid of impurities, RINSES (6 letters) means to wash off with water, and PURIFIES (8 letters) means to make pure or free from impurities. Together, these words describe the process of cleansing, which is used to remove dirt, impurities, and other unwanted substances from an object or surface.