trimming

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

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

To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.

“They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.”

(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.

The act of someone who trims.

“I gave a good trimming to my elderly neighbour's hedges.”

Material that is removed by someone trimming something, as a piece of steak.

“He gave the trimmings to the dog under the kitchen table.”

An ornamental accessory to a dress or other piece of clothing.

An accessory or accompaniment.

“Christmas dinner with all the trimmings”

A reprimand or chastising.

“to give a boy a trimming”