trimmed

word · lemma: trim

Definition

Reduced or made neat by cutting away extra parts; often used for hair, plants, or material that has been cut to look neat.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used as an adjective for things that have been shortened or neatened by cutting, especially hair, beards, plants ('trimmed lawn'), or fabric. Common collocations: 'freshly trimmed', 'well-trimmed'. Not the same as 'cut' (which often means shorter, not always neat).

Example Sentences

He likes his beard trimmed and neat.

basic

I just got my hair trimmed at the salon.

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The bushes in the garden are always trimmed.

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She wore a dress with a trimmed hem.

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The chef likes vegetables trimmed and cut into small pieces.

natural

His responses are always trimmed down to the point—no extra words.

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