English to English Dictionary

Cut down to size

To prove that someone is not as important, clever, or successful as they think they are, thereby humbling their ego.

Cut from the Same Cloth

Used to describe two or more people or things that are very similar or share the same characteristics.

Cut one's own throat

To ruin one's own chances of success through reckless or foolish actions.

Cut out for

Having the right qualities, abilities, or temperament for a particular role, task, or way of life.

Cut-Out

A shape or figure that has been cut from a larger material.

Cut-rate

Offered or available at a lower price than usual or standard.

Cuteness

The quality of being attractive in a pretty or endearing way.

Cutlass

A short, thick, curved sabre, historically used by sailors and naval officers during close-quarters combat.

Cutlery

Knives, forks, and spoons used for eating, serving, and preparing food.

Cutlet

A small, usually thin piece of meat, often breaded and fried.

Cutoff

A specific time, date, or limit beyond which something is no longer allowed, accepted, or effective.

Cutout

A shape or figure that has been cut out from a larger material.