Cutting

Word CUTTING
Character 7
Hyphenation cut ting
Pronunciations /ˈkʌtɪŋ/

Definitions and meanings of "Cutting"

What do we mean by cutting?

Capable of or designed for incising, shearing, or severing. adjective

Sharply penetrating; piercing. adjective

Injuring or capable of injuring the feelings of others. adjective

A part cut off from a main body. noun

A part, such as a stem, leaf, or root, removed from a plant to propagate a new plant, as through rooting or grafting. noun

An excavation made through high ground in a construction project. noun

The editing of film or recording tape. noun

A clipping, as from a newspaper. noun

Self-injury in which cuts are made in the skin. noun

A piece cut off; a slip; a slice; a clipping. noun

A section; a thin slice used for microscopical purposes. noun

A slip cut from a newspaper or other print containing a paragraph or an article which one wishes to use or preserve. noun

An excavation made through a hill or rising ground, in constructing a road, railway, canal, etc.: the opposite of a filling. noun

The action of a horse when he strikes the inner and lower part of the fetlock-joint with the opposite hoof while traveling. noun

A caper; a curvet. noun

In coal-mining, work done in mining or getting coal so that it may be broken down. noun

Plural The refuse obtained from the sieve of a hutch. noun

Plural Bruised groats, or oats prepared for gruel, porridge, etc. noun

See the extract. noun

Penetrating or dividing by a cut, as of an edged tool; serving to penetrate or divide; sharp.

(heading) To incise, to cut into the surface of something.

To admit of incision or severance; to yield to a cutting instrument.

(heading, social) To separate, remove, reject or reduce.

(audio, usually as imperative) To cease recording activities.

To make an abrupt transition from one scene or image to another.

To edit a film by selecting takes from original footage.

To remove and place in memory for later use.

To enter a queue in the wrong place.

To intersect or cross in such a way as to divide in half or nearly so.

To make the ball spin sideways by running one's fingers down the side of the ball while bowling it.

To deflect (a bowled ball) to the off, with a chopping movement of the bat.

To change direction suddenly.

To divide a pack of playing cards into two.

To write.

To dilute or adulterate something, especially a recreational drug.

To exhibit (a quality).

To stop or disengage.

To drive (a ball) to one side, as by (in billiards or croquet) hitting it fine with another ball, or (in tennis) striking it with the racket inclined.

To lose body mass after bulking, aiming to keep the additional muscle but lose the fat.

To perform (a dancing movement etc.).

Cutting has been described to me by my therapist as a natural drug in that it released endorphins to the brain immediately following the cutting. However, in the long run, cutting can lead to more severe depression and also can cause permanent physical damage. Cutting sometimes is accompanied by head banging, burning, or other self-destructive behaviors. Despite some of the close minded definitions, cutting is not done only by emo kids. Although some emo kids do cut, most of the characteristics of cutters are the same as those with eating disorders. Cutters tend to be perfectionists, and often are white, middle class teenage girls, although not all cutters come from this background. Cutting often is a result of depression, and some view it as a way to release emotional pain when it feels like you would explode otherwise. Although many people think that those with depression have experienced huge tramas in their lives, this is not necessarily the case. Depression is a disease, just like diabetes is a disease. It can strike anyone, regardless of their gender, class, or social status. I personally am attending an ivyleague college next year, was captain of my soccer team in high school, could be considered among the popular kids at my school, and have an extremely loving family. I still have the scars from my cutting, which I stopped doing 2 months ago. Although i was lucky enough to be able to stop, other people such as my older sister, became addicted. Cutting is not something to mess around with. However ,it is naive to dismiss cutting as simply a way to get attention. It is also naive to scorn those who seem to have perfect lives as being stupid for cutting. People do not choose to be depressed. Urban Dictionary

Unlike what most people seem to think these days, Cutting is not brought on by 'Emo' music, or a cultural fad. People do it to cope with depression just like people use alcohol to cope with depression and they need help. So next time you hear of someone purposefully harming themselves, think twice before you call them "a whiny emo fag" Urban Dictionary

Cutting is when you take a sharp object (razor blade, saftey pin, knife, push pin, etc.) and cut a part of your body with it. It doesn't have to me on your arms/wrists and you don't have to be emo. It's often a result of depression. It does make you feel a whole lot better(I know from experience) and "preps", "Goths', "Jocks", and all these other little clicks are capible of doing it, it's not just the emos. It's really addictive. It's hard to stop and hard to control. Urban Dictionary

Cutting is the practice of cutting one's body with a sharp object to relieve emotional pain. It is a common misconception that cutters are suicidal. This is usually not the case. Most people who resort to cutting are in a position where they feel unhappy to the point where self-harm is all that helps. Cutting is not restricted to any one stereotype, age group, color, wealth, or religion. It is effective, but dangerous. I am struggling with it right now, and I can tell you that it is incredibly difficult to quit once you've done it. I would not recommend it to anyone, although it may seem rewarding. I and most of my friends have been dealing with it for some time now and it has yet to solve any of our emotional problems. In fact, most of us are worse off now than when we started. But if you have already started, I noticed that there are some suggestions in this section of Urban Dictionary on how to quit. I recommend that you try them. Who knows, maybe it'll help. Urban Dictionary

A method of self-injury that involves habitually making shallow lacerations in one's skin with a razor blade, knife, or other sharp object. Cutting and other self-harming behaviors are coping mechanisms in response to stress or anxiety, depression, compulsive feelings, feelings of emptiness, or other distressing emotions. The act of cutting releases endorphins, producing calm relief or even euphoria. While not chemically addictive, self-injury can be extremely difficult to stop simply because it is so effective, despite its attendant risks and overwhelming social stigma. Self-harming behaviors are by definition NOT suicide attempts, although cutting can result in serious infections or accidental death - or more often, trips to the emergency room for stitches. A popular assumption is that most cutters are young women, often with a history of psychological trauma, abuse, or loss. The demographics of cutters are actually difficult to determine - in part because, contrary to another common belief, most cutters go to great lengths to conceal their behavior. Female cutters often self-injure in less publicly visible areas, such as their thighs, and/or wear jewelry, makeup, and clothing meant to cover up their wounds. Some cutters who have many obvious scars nonetheless are ashamed of their behavior and won't admit to it if questioned. Cat scratches or shaving cuts are common excuses. A wider definition of self-injury includes, in addition to self-burning, behaviors such as banging one's head, hitting oneself, and scratching or pinching oneself, which are more common than cutting among young people of both genders. The demographics of cutting may be changing as the behavior is more widely publicized. People who formerly practiced some of these other less harmful behaviors may be tempted to experiment with cutting. If they continue to do so, it is probably because they find cutting to be satisfying or effective, NOT because the behavior is or ever has been "trendy." As for the association with emo music and culture, most (but not all) cutters are young people, and many young people listen to emo bands. In addition, people who are distressed are often attracted to music that relates to what they are going through. However, since most cutters conceal their behavior, it may be only a small minority that vocally identifies with emo culture. The maliciously joking attitude that many people have toward cutting may be due to the disgust, confusion, and horror that the idea generally provokes. Becoming educated about cutting can diminish those feelings and help to create a supportive attitude toward friends and family members who struggle with self-injury. Urban Dictionary

It's when you run out of resources to cope with usually some sort of emotional pain and you begin to cut oneself. This emotional pain may come on from any form of abuse, trauma, depression, or many of other unknown reasons. The cutting can be done just about anywhere on the body, but is usually on the wrists. Cutting is done with some sort of sharp object (i.e. knives, blades, razors, etc.)and is not usually broadcasted. Cutters usually don't cut in the atempt of suicide, they are usually cutting to get rid of some other sort of pain by the adrenaline endorphins that come when cutting. Cutters are usually ashamed of this and will not "show it off." Cutting can become addicting. This is because it is a quick way out of whatever may be causing the cutter pain. If it is depression, which is a disease, it may become harmful in the long run, but it just can't be turned off so easy. Urban Dictionary

Cutting has been described to me by my therapist as a natural drug in that it released endorphins to the brain immediately following the cutting. However, in the long run, cutting can lead to more severe depression and also can cause permanent physical damage. Cutting sometimes is accompanied by head banging, burning, or other self-destructive behaviors. Despite some of the close minded definitions, cutting is not done only by emo kids. Although some emo kids do cut, most of the characteristics of cutters are the same as those with eating disorders. Cutters tend to be perfectionists, and often are white, middle class teenage girls, although not all cutters come from this background. Cutting often is a result of depression, and some view it as a way to release emotional pain when it feels like you would explode otherwise. Although many people think that those with depression have experienced huge tramas in their lives, this is not necessarily the case. Depression is a disease, just like diabetes is a disease. It can strike anyone, regardless of their gender, class, or social status. I personally am attending an ivyleague college next year, was captain of my soccer team in high school, could be considered among the popular kids at my school, and have an extremely loving family. I still have the scars from my cutting, which I stopped doing 2 months ago. Although i was lucky enough to be able to stop, other people such as my older sister, became addicted. Cutting is not something to mess around with. However ,it is naive to dismiss cutting as simply a way to get attention. It is also naive to scorn those who seem to have perfect lives as being stupid for cutting. People do not choose to be depressed. "how can you be so depressed? You're so beautiful and so good at everything." - me crying to my to my sister in an ambulance after one of her major cutting episodes "that doesnt matter tho. being pretty doesn't change wut mood i'm in," - my sister Urban Dictionary

Cutting is something that many people argue about, and don't really know the meaning. Cutting has been a part of my life for quite some time now, but it's not even me who's doing it. If people would've had to live the way i am for about a week, maybe they would understand a bit better. Cutting is a sign of depression. Depression does not always happen because of a serious event, or having a horrible lifestyle, because it's a disease. It's an illness. Cutting releases endorphins into the brain right after the cutting is done. It is known today as quite the fad, and is usually assumed to be done by "emo" kids. That's not true. Depression can hit any one, any gender, any age, and can also include eating disorders, and other self-harming things. Just imagine being in grade 7, and all the sudden that someone close to yous' sleeve rolls up. what you see will never leave your memory. Imagine seeing them in a hospital bed. Tubes and everything. Being force-fed, and having to LIVE there. Cutting is a serious problem, and though people abuse it for attention, don't label people and riducule them because of depression. If i had cancer would you come make fun of me? Urban Dictionary

1. To divide with a sharp-edged instrument 2. To skip class. Urban Dictionary

V. The act of inflicting wounds upon oneself often to deal with overwhelming stress/trauma/ect; a form of self-injury/mutilation. It is often associated with depression and emo music, and has become a bit of a "fad" with people today. It often becomes an addiction due to the brain associating it with realease from stress, trauma, tension, ect. Urban Dictionary

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The word "cutting" in example sentences

The subjects of “purpose of thread cutting, kinds of threads” as the description of the “tools for thread cutting” should be taught by employing all the teaching aids available. ❋ Unknown (1990)

The expression "cutting the cord" describes a necessary action to take when it's time to end a dependent relationship. ❋ Nancy Fagan (2011)

The term cutting edge is so misleading – many of our autistic children entering their teens are doing so well not just from ABA but from all types of medically sound early interventions with speech, PT, OT, food, psychological and psychiatric therapies. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Having assured my fellow-traveller of my unqualified approbation of all I had witnessed, there was a short pause, during which he employed himself in cutting from a cake of honeydew a small plug about half an inch square; this went to replace one which he deposited unpleasantly near my feet. ❋ Unknown (1861)

So it must have been very clever what they call cutting or editing or some such veshch. ❋ John Myles Aavedal (2010)

We have also, however, been looking at what I call cutting-edge techniques that terrorists might develop in creating improvised explosive devices. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Currants are raised from cuttings generally about a foot long, all the buds from which are taken off, except five or six at the top; and the cutting is then firmly fixed in the soil about six inches deep. ❋ Jane (1845)

"That's what I call cutting the Gordian knot," said M. Grimaldi. ❋ Giacomo Casanova (1761)

"That's what they call the cutting edge," he continued. ❋ Unknown (2010)

- The city of St. Paul has what it calls a cutting-edge parking management plan to try to lessen an expected parking crunch along University Ave. from a proposed light-rail transit line. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Vines are generally not planted in the border till about a year old, and they are best struck from cuttings of one bud or eye each, with about half an inch of stem left above and below the eye; the cutting is then planted in a small pot (60), and covered with soil half an inch thick, after which the pot is plunged to the rim in a common hotbed, or into the tan-pit in the centre of the vinery, covering it in the latter case with a handglass; the object being to keep the young plant growing in a moist heat of 60°. ❋ Jane (1845)

Chuckles, what exactly is F&S cutting from the magazine? ❋ Unknown (2009)

Never saw any business in cutting a fish open to see the contents of its 'stomach. ❋ Unknown (2009)

This can be a long drawn out discussion but in cutting to the chaste, if you are really serious about having an invested “good will interests” in humanity, Mexico specific, lets talk about terrorism infecting Mexico today. ❋ Unknown (2009)

"how can you be so depressed? You're so beautiful and so good at everything." - me crying to my to [my sister] in an [ambulance] after one of her major cutting episodes "that doesnt matter tho. being pretty doesn't change [wut] mood i'm in," - my sister ❋ Princetongirl10 (2006)

[Pompous ass] #1: "Sallys cutting herself!!" Pompous ass #2: "Wow shes probably just a whiny [emo bitch] that wants attention." Sally: *cries* Good Sumerian: "Hey dickheads leave her alone! Shes going through a hard time and she needs help." *[comforts] sally* ❋ Qwertyuiasdfgh (2008)

You can't make somebody stop cutting if they don't want to. It's [not that] [easy to] just say "stop cutting" and [tomorrow] it'll be all better, it some times takes years to completely stop cutting. ❋ Lovecard Funeral (2007)

Some person: "Did you see that girl? She's always cutting and her life isn't even that bad! She must be [emo]." Me: "Since when did you have to emo to [cut]? You don't have any idea what's going through her head, so don't [judge] her like that." ❋ Infin (2006)

In the dark comedy [Secretary], [Maggie Gyllenhaal] plays a character named Lee who struggles with cutting but stops during the course of the film. Edward: Why do you cut yourself, Lee? Lee: I don't know. Edward: Is it that sometimes the pain inside has to come to the surface, and when you see evidence of the pain inside you finally know you're really here? Then, when you watch the [wound] heal, it's comforting, isn't it? Lee: I... That's a way to put it. ❋ Jasmocha (2006)

Friend: "Most people [that cut] their [wrist] do it because they want attention or want to die." Me: "That's not always true, most of the time you wouldn't even know if someone was cutting their wrists..." Friend:"[I'm just saying], they could cut their leg or something if they really just wanted to cut." Me: " Well listen, I've cut before and it was because it helped me deal...not because I wanted attention...no one ever knew because I covered it up pretty well and I didn't want to die!" ❋ Nasia (2006)

"how can you be so depressed? You're so beautiful and so good at everything." - me crying to my to [my sister] in an [ambulance] after one of her major cutting episodes "that doesnt matter tho. being pretty doesn't change [wut] mood i'm in," - my sister ❋ Princetongirl10 (2006)

there isn't really an example that [i'm willing] to [write] about cutting, so just take the time and [think about it]. ❋ Lynn. (2006)

1. I like [cutting paper] for my crafts [projects]. 2. I like cutting art so I don't have to do my crafts [project]. ❋ The_Smart_One (2008)

[Jaimie] was [molested] when she was a child and the [trauma] has caused her to begin cutting. ❋ The Bleeding_beauty (2005)

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