Trimming

Noun

Definitions

1.NounThe act or process of someone who trims.

2.NounAn instance of that act or process.

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

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

"He gave the trimmings to the dog under the kitchen table."

4.NounAn ornamental accessory to a dress or other piece of clothing.

5.NounAn accessory or accompaniment.

"Christmas dinner with all the trimmings"

6.NounA reprimand or chastising.

"to give a boy a trimming"

7.Verbpresent participle and gerund of trim

"I am helping my elderly neighbour by trimming his hedge."

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