Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paring
noun
/ˈpɛərɪŋ/
Definition
The act of cutting away the outer layer or trimming something down to size.
Examples
- He spent the afternoon paring apples for the pie.
- Using a knife, she began the paring of the thick skin from the potato.
- The paring of the tree branches helped it grow healthier.
Meaning
Paring refers to the process of removing the excess or outer parts of something, often to improve its shape or make it more manageable.
Synonyms
- trimming
- cutting
- shaving
- cropping
