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to cut down
[phrase form: cut]
01
to cut through something at its base in order to make it fall
Transitive: to cut down a tree or other plant
1.1
to use a blade or mower to trim or reduce the height of something, typically plants, grass, or vegetation
Transitive: to cut down grass or vegetation
02
to reduce the amount, size, or number of something
Transitive: to cut down size or number of something
03
(in sports or games) to block a player and stop them from moving forward or making progress
Transitive: to cut down a player
04
to cause something to fall by delivering a forceful blow, typically with the intent of bringing it to the ground
Transitive: to cut down sb/sth
05
to limit or avoid certain types of food or ingredients for health or dietary reasons
Transitive: to cut down on certain types of food
