clipping

word

Definition

A small piece cut out from something, especially a newspaper or magazine article. Also, refers to material that has been clipped off, like hair or plant pieces.

Usage & Nuances

Most common for 'newspaper clipping', meaning a saved piece of printed news. Also used for plant, hair, or nail pieces cut off. The verb form is 'to clip.' Less often used digitally (web content). Typically a noun.

Example Sentences

Gardeners use grass clippings as natural fertilizer.

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The teacher brought a clipping about the environment to class.

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Did you see the funny comic clipping on the fridge?

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She keeps every clipping from her favorite magazine.

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She threw away the hair clippings after the haircut.

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My grandmother has a box full of old newspaper clippings.

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