Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trim-the-fat
idiom
/trɪm ðə fæ t/
Definition
To eliminate unnecessary or excess components, often referring to budget cuts or streamlining processes.
Examples
- We need to trim the fat from our budget if we want to save money for the new project.
- The manager said we should trim the fat in our workflow to increase productivity.
Meaning
The phrase ‘trim the fat’ implies removing superfluous elements to improve efficiency or focus on what is essential.
Synonyms
- Streamline
- Cut back
- Eliminate excess
- Reduce waste
