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Trimming - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

trimming

/ˈtrɪmɪŋ/ /ˈtrɪmɪŋ/

Definition:

Cutting away excess material to neaten or reduce size.

Synonyms:

pruning, clipping, cutting, shearing

Part of Speech:

noun, verb, adjective

Antonyms:

expanding, enlarging

Common Collocations:

trimming the edges, holiday trimming, hair trimming, tree trimming, cost trimming

Derivatives:

trimmer, trimmed

Usage Tips:

Use "trimming" for actions involving cutting small amounts to improve appearance or fit.

Common Phrases:

trimming the fat, trimming one's sails, in fine trim

Etymology:

From Old English "trymman," meaning to strengthen or arrange; later evolved to mean cutting back.

Examples:

  • 1. She is trimming the bushes in the garden.
  • 2. The tailor is trimming the excess fabric from the dress.
  • 3. We decorated the tree with festive trimmings for Christmas.
  • 4. He suggested trimming the budget to save money next year.

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