expression, godan verb (-su)
clear one's name; prove one's innocence
Used when someone removes a false accusation or suspicion. The phrase literally means 'to clear away a wet garment', a metaphor for an undeserved stain on one's reputation.
彼は濡れ衣を晴らすために証拠を集めた。
He gathered evidence to clear his name.
濡れ衣を晴らすことができ
I was relieved to be able to prove my innocence.