verbπShareTo reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess."A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat."actionappearancestyleworkagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree."They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve."festivaltraditioncultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs."The pilot trimmed the aircraft to maintain a steady altitude during the flight. "technicalvehiclenauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of a vessel) To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water."The captain trimmed the sailboat by shifting some weight to the other side, improving its speed and balance in the wind. "nauticalsailingpositionvehicletechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of a vessel's sails) To modify the angle (of the sails) relative to the wind, especially to set them at the most advantageous angle."The sailor trimmed the sails to catch more wind and increase the boat's speed. "nauticalsailingvehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo balance; to fluctuate between parties, so as to appear to favour each."The politician trimmed his answers carefully, praising both sides of the debate to avoid alienating any voters. "politicsgovernmentattitudepositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust."She trimmed the edges of the document to make it look neater before submitting it. "appearancestyleactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of timber) To dress; to make smooth."The carpenter carefully trimmed the rough edges of the wood to make it smooth for the table. "technicalmaterialindustrybuildingarchitectureworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo rebuke; to reprove."The teacher trimmed the student for not completing his homework on time. "communicationlanguagewordChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo beat or thrash."The older boy trimmed the smaller one after the argument in the playground. "actionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareThat has been trimmed"The trimmed hedges along the walkway made the garden look neat and tidy. "appearancestyleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareFurnished with trimmings"The Christmas tree, trimmed with colorful ornaments and twinkling lights, looked festive. "appearancestyleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading