Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lopped
verb
/lÉ’pt/
Definition
To cut off a branch or a part of something, especially in a careless or hasty manner.
Examples
- The gardener lopped the overgrown branches to encourage new growth in the spring.
- After the storm, the homeowner had to lop the damaged tree limbs to ensure safety.
Meaning
The act of trimming or cutting away parts of a plant or an object, typically in order to make it more manageable or to promote growth.
Synonyms
- pruned
- trimmed
- cut
- chopped
