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trimmed

verb adjective

To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.

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Word length
7
Starts with
T
Ends with
D
Contains
RI
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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verb

  1. To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.

    “A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat.”

  2. To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.

    “They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.”

  3. (of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.

  4. (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.

  5. (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.

  6. To balance; to fluctuate between parties, so as to appear to favour each.

  7. To make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust.

  8. (of timber) To dress; to make smooth.

  9. To rebuke; to reprove.

  10. To beat or thrash.

adjective

  1. That has been trimmed

  2. Furnished with trimmings

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Example Sentences

A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat.
They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.
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