trim
trim
trɪm
trim
British pronunciation
/tɹˈɪm/

Definition & Meaning of "trim"in English

to trim
01

to make something, like clothing, look better by adding decorative elements

Transitive: to trim sth
to trim definition and meaning
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She decided to trim her plain dress with a delicate lace to give it a more elegant look.
The Christmas tree was beautifully trimmed with colorful ornaments, lights, and tinsel.
02

to cut beard, hair, or fur in a neat and orderly manner

Transitive: to trim hair or fur
to trim definition and meaning
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The barber skillfully trimmed the customer's hair to achieve a polished look.
He decided to trim his beard for a more groomed and tidy appearance.
03

to make something appear more neat or organized by cutting it down to a desired size or by removing its edges

Transitive: to trim sth
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She trimmed the bushes in front of the house to give the garden a more polished look.
He carefully trimmed the edges of the paper to ensure it fit perfectly into the frame.
04

to make a part of one's body thinner or more toned through exercise or diet

Transitive: to trim a part of one's body
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She 's been working out regularly to trim her waistline before the summer vacation.
After months of training, she successfully trimmed her arms and toned her muscles.
05

to adjust an aircraft's control surfaces to achieve stable and balanced flight without the need for continuous manual control input

Transitive: to trim an aircraft
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The pilot trimmed the aircraft to maintain a specific airspeed.
By properly trimming the aircraft, the pilot can achieve hands-off control in stable flight conditions.
06

to reduce the amount of something

Transitive: to trim amount of something
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They decided to trim their budget by cutting unnecessary expenses.
In order to meet their weight loss goals, they trimmed their calorie intake.
07

to adjust the sails or other parts of a boat to optimize its performance in relation to wind and water conditions

Transitive: to trim sails of a boat
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The sailor adjusted the mainsail and jib to catch the wind more efficiently.
The crew member carefully trimmed the boom to maintain the desired angle of the mainsail.
01

physically thin, fit, and attractive

trim definition and meaning
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She maintained a trim figure through regular exercise and a balanced diet.
The trim athlete easily completed the marathon with impressive speed.
02

neat and well-groomed

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The trim waiter wore a spotless uniform.
Her trim hairstyle suited her face perfectly.
03

having a plain, streamlined style without unnecessary ornamentation

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The trim lines of the yacht gave it elegance.
The dress had a trim silhouette.
04

orderly, neat, and free from clutter or disorder

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The trim lawn was freshly mowed.
The trim streets gave the town a welcoming feel.
Trim
01

decorative material or edging added to a garment for ornament or finish

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The dress had lace trim along the sleeves.
Gold trim decorated the officer's uniform.
02

a particular state of order, arrangement, or overall appearance

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The garden was in perfect trim for the wedding.
His desk was kept in neat trim.
03

the act of cutting or shaping something to a desired size or form

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The barber gave his beard a quick trim.
She ordered a trim for the overgrown hedge.
04

the balance or attitude of an aircraft in steady flight without control input

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The pilot adjusted the trim for level cruising.
Proper trim reduces pilot workload during long flights.
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