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Trimming

🔄 Synonyms of "Trimming"

3 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
trimnoun	(transitive) To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.
clippingnoun	(uncountable, linguistics) A process of word formation involving shortening by removal of syllables, often terminal ones.
passementerienoun	Trimmings consisting of braids, cords, beads, tinsel, etc.

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
clippingnoun	(uncountable, linguistics) A process of word formation involving shortening by removal of syllables, often terminal ones.
passementerienoun	Trimmings consisting of braids, cords, beads, tinsel, etc.
cuttingnoun	(countable, uncountable) The action of the verb to cut.
cutverb	(chiefly transitive) To incise, to cut into the surface of something.
snipverb	To cut with short sharp actions, as with scissors.
slashingnoun	The action of something that slashes.
liningnoun	A covering for the inside surface of something.
haircutverb	To reduce the value assigned to an asset.
cutoutnoun	Alternative spelling of cut-out. [A hole or space produced when something is removed by cutting.]
croppingnoun	(agriculture) The growing of crops.
upholsterynoun	The materials used in upholstering furniture.
stuffingnoun	Any of many food items used to stuff another.
cleansingnoun	The process of removing dirt, toxins etc.
garnishverb	To decorate with ornaments; to adorn; to embellish.
gimpverb	(intransitive, informal) To limp; to hobble.
packernoun	A person whose business is to pack things; especially, one who packs food for preservation
clipverb	To grip tightly.
cleaningnoun	(gerund of clean) The process of making something clean.
streamlined	Having been made more simple and straight forward.
fillingnoun	Of food, that satisfies the appetite by filling the stomach.