trimmed
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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