Also means
to clear away
Usage Note
aufräumen means to put things in order, distinct from cleaning surfaces (putzen). Separable: räum dein Zimmer auf!. Figuratively mit etwas aufräumen means to do away with something.
Examples
"Nach der Party haben wir gemeinsam aufgeräumt."
Natural Translation
After the party we tidied up together.
Literal Translation
After the party have we together up-tidied.
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