Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cut
Verb
/kʌt/
Definition
To use a sharp tool or object to separate something into pieces or cause it to become smaller.
Examples
- She needs to cut the paper into smaller pieces for her craft.
- He cut his finger while slicing the vegetables.
- The teacher asked the students to cut down on distractions during the exam.
Meaning
The act of dividing something by putting a sharp implement through it.
Synonyms
- Slice
- Trim
- Chop
- Carve
- Snip
