clearance time

"Clearance time" refers to the duration needed to complete a process or remove an item, often used in various technical, medical, and everyday contexts.

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Definition

B2General

(common)The duration needed to complete a specific process or procedure.

Example

  • The clearance time for the application process is usually two weeks.

B2Banking

(financial)The period required for a payment to be processed and deposited into an account.

Example

  • The clearance time for a check can vary depending on the bank.

B2Road Transport

(technical)The time it takes for pedestrians to cross a road or for traffic to clear after a signal change.

Example

  • Pedestrian clearance time is crucial for ensuring safe crossings at intersections.

B2Aviation

(technical)The duration from when a pilot requests to land until they receive permission to do so.

Example

  • The clearance time for landing was delayed due to heavy traffic.

B2Medicine

(medical)The time required for a substance to be eliminated from the body or a specific organ.

Example

  • The drug's clearance time is approximately 24 hours.

C1Electrical Engineering

(technical)The time taken for a protection system to detect a fault and reopen the circuit.

Example

  • Fault clearance time is critical for maintaining the safety of electrical systems.

B2Travel

(common)The duration needed to pass through customs or security checks.

Example

  • The clearance time at the airport was longer than expected due to new security measures.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "clearance time":

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