Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cut-offs
noun
/ˈkʌtˌɔfs/
Definition
Cut-offs refer to a specific point or level at which something is decided or separated from a larger group.
Examples
- The cut-offs for the scholarship application are usually in March.
- Students who score below the cut-offs will not qualify for the advanced course.
- Due to the heavy rainfall, authorities set cut-offs for areas at high risk of flooding.
Meaning
In various contexts, cut-offs can mean limits set or criteria that determine eligibility or selection.
Synonyms
- thresholds
- limits
- criteria
- standards
