Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cut-back
phrasal verb
/ˈkʌt bæk/
Definition
A reduction in the amount or level of something, especially in spending or resources.
Examples
- Due to the economic downturn, many companies had to cut back on their workforce.
- The government decided to cut back on public spending to manage the budget deficit.
Meaning
To cut back means to decrease or diminish something, often referring to expenses or production in order to save money or resources.
Synonyms
- reduce
- decrease
- slash
- diminish
- trim
