Trimming
Word | TRIMMING |
Character | 8 |
Hyphenation | trim ming |
Pronunciations | /ˈtɹɪmɪŋ/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Trimming"
What do we mean by trimming?
The act of one that trims. noun
Something added as decoration or ornament, especially a band of lace or embroidery on clothing. noun
Accessories; extras. noun
Scraps or material removed when something is trimmed. noun
A sound defeat, beating, or punishment. noun
The act of one who trims, in any sense. noun
Specifically, a dressing; a sharp scolding; a drubbing or thrashing. noun
Anything used for decoration or finish; an ornamental fitting of any sort: usually in the plural: as, the trimmings of a harness or of a hat. noun
Hence, any accessory or accompaniment: usually in the plural. noun
A. from trim, v.
A joist into which timber trimmers are framed; a header. See Header.
The act of one who trims. noun
That which serves to trim, make right or fitting, adjust, ornament, or the like; especially, the necessary or the ornamental appendages, as of a garment; hence, sometimes, the concomitants of a dish; a relish; -- usually in the plural. noun
The act of reprimanding or chastisting. noun
The act of someone who trims. noun
Material that is removed by someone trimming something, as a piece of steak. noun
An accompaniment to a meal. noun
A reprimand or chastisting. noun
Present participle of trim. verb
The act of adding decoration noun
To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.
To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.
(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.
(of a vessel) To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water.
(of a vessel's sails) To modify the angle (of the sails) relative to the wind, especially to set them at the most advantageous angle.
To balance; to fluctuate between parties, so as to appear to favour each.
To make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust.
(of timber) To dress; to make smooth.
To rebuke; to reprove.
To beat or thrash.
Synonyms and Antonyms for Trimming
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