Trimmer

Word TRIMMER
Character 7
Hyphenation trim mer
Pronunciations /ˈtɹɪmə/

Definitions and meanings of "Trimmer"

What do we mean by trimmer?

One that trims. noun

A device or machine, such as a lumber trimmer, that is used for trimming. noun

One who changes one's opinions, especially in politics, to suit the needs of the moment. noun

A variable component used to make fine adjustments to capacity or resistance. noun

A beam across an opening, such as a hearth, into which the ends of joists can be fitted. noun

One who or that which trims, in any sense of the word. noun

One who adjusts as to poise or balance. noun

One who finishes with trimming; one who decorates or embellishes: as, a coat-trimmer; a bonnet -trimmer. noun

One who cuts, clips, prunes, or pares; specifically, in old use, a barber. noun

A tool used for clipping, pruning, or paring: as, a nail-trimmer; a wick-trimmer; specifically, a knife or cutting-tool of various forms for trimming the edges of photographs previous to mounting them on cardboard; also, a form of paper-cutter used in bookbinding for trimming the edges of books. noun

One who does not openly incline to either side in a contest between parties; hence, one who tries to curry favor with both or with all parties; a time-server. noun

In architecture, a piece of timber inserted in a roof, floor, wooden partition, or the like to support the ends of any of the joists, rafters, etc. See cut under joist. noun

One who chastises or reprimands; a sharp, severe person; a strict disciplinarian; also, that by which a reprimand or chastisement is administered; hence, in general, something decisive; a settler. noun

In wood-working, a large power-saw table for trimming lumber. noun

One who trims, arranges, fits, or ornaments. noun

One who does not adopt extreme opinions in politics, or the like; one who fluctuates between parties, so as to appear to favor each; a timeserver. noun

An instrument with which trimming is done. noun

A beam, into which are framed the ends of headers in floor framing, as when a hole is to be left for stairs, or to avoid bringing joists near chimneys, and the like. See Illust. of Header. noun

An apparatus used for piling the coal in gradually increasing piles made by building up at the point of the cone or top of the prism. noun

Physically fit.

Slender, lean.

Neat or smart in appearance.

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The word "trimmer" in example sentences

This battery-powered nose-hair trimmer is shaped like a human finger for faux-nose-pickery hilarity! ❋ Unknown (2005)

We talked about hair and make-up and panty hose and the Norelco nose hair trimmer, which is your friend. ❋ PeaceBang (2006)

Grooming companies like Philips Norelco are retiring the term "beard trimmer" and calling their new models "stubble trimmers." ❋ By DOUGLAS QUENQUA (2011)

I have to use the electric hedge trimmer which is like a massively suped up electric knife. ❋ Cbrimble (2008)

The DP's Rudi Heine, during question time in the National Assembly on Wednesday, remarked that Mdladlana looked "trimmer" and that his belly was not as large as the trade unionists had claimed. ❋ Unknown (2000)

One of them had an American passport, which seemed to let him have the freedom of the city; the other one had no passport, and complained that he could not get one, and it was causing him no end of inconvenience, for he found it impossible to get a job at his trade, which was that of "trimmer" on a vessel. ❋ Nellie L. McClung (1918)

From the point of view of the irreconcilables, the diplomatic chief was a "trimmer" and a traitor; and many of the Sioux have tried to implicate him in the conspiracy against Crazy Horse which led to his assassination, but I hold that the facts do not bear out this charge. ❋ Charles Alexander Eastman (1898)

He told me that the trimmer was a rechargeable model bought about two years ago, but he couldn’t recover the model number. ❋ Unknown (2008)

The Utilitarian held the Whig to be a 'trimmer'; the Whig thought the ❋ Leslie Stephen (1868)

In that age they called such a man a "trimmer," but they called him ill: such a man does not consciously shift or purposely trim his course, -- he firmly believes that he is substantially consistent. ❋ Charles Dudley Warner (1864)

Other than my paper trimmer, which is a given, I’ve found that I can’t live without my distressing tool, which is on the Cutter Kit from Stampin’ Up. ❋ Sarah Moore (2007)

Zoli has released its Buzz B oscillating nail trimmer which is touted to be a much safer alternative to the standard nail clipper, courtesy of its oscillating cushioned pads which will function in a manner similar to that of a palm sander albeit with a toned down effect. ❋ Unknown (2010)

I own a 455 Rancher and a 142 for the light work, I'm hooked on Husqvarna for other products also like my string trimmer and backpack blower now are all Husky, never a problem, easy starts every time. ❋ JayCassell (2009)

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